NGOs Report Iran Executed Over 1,600 People in 2025, Highest Since 1989

Two NGOs reported that Iranian authorities executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, marking the highest number since 1989. They warned of potential increased use of capital punishment following recent protests and regional conflicts.

13 Apr, 04:09 — 13 Apr, 04:35

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Why this matters

This story highlights the severe human rights situation in Iran, where the use of capital punishment has reached a decades-high level. The reported figures underscore concerns about state repression and the potential for further escalation, particularly in the context of recent protests.

Key entitiesIran Iranian authorities NGOs Iran Human Rights (IHR)Amnesty International

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What sources agree on

Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025
This is the highest number of executions in Iran since 1989
The figures were reported by two non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
The report was released on a Monday

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Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025

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This is the highest number of executions in Iran since 1989

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The number represents a 68% increase compared to 2024 and includes 48 women

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Iranian authorities use the death penalty as a tool of repression, especially against minorities

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Iran carries out the most executions per capita globally

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There is a risk of even more extensive use of capital punishment after protests in January

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The specific NGOs that released the report

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The increase in executions compared to 2024 and the number of women executed

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Iran's global ranking in executions per capita, including mention of Amnesty International

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Coverage leans: center-left

The coverage generally leans center-left, with outlets consistently highlighting human rights concerns and the repressive nature of the Iranian state's use of capital punishment.

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France 24High7h ago

Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, most since 1989: NGOs

Iranian authorities executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, the highest number since 1989, two NGOs said Monday, warning it risked using capital punishment even more extensively after protests in January and the war against Israel and the US.

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straits-timesMostly Factual7h ago