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Last voices of Iran's executed | DW News

May 23, 2026
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This video features audio recordings from prisoners on death row in Urmia Prison, highlighting the increasing trend of politically motivated executions in Iran.

Through audio recordings, two prisoners—Nasser Bakarzadeh and Mehrab Abdollahzadeh—share their final testimonies from Urmia Central Prison before their executions. The report contextualizes these personal stories within a broader surge of state-sanctioned killings in Iran, frequently linked to protests, accusations of espionage, or affiliation with opposition groups. The analysis underscores the regime's use of expedited executions, often without due process, to silence dissent and maintain control amid recent geopolitical tensions and internal unrest.

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Worth watching if: You are interested in human rights in Iran and wish to understand the personal impact of state-sanctioned executions and the regime's suppression of dissent.

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