As reported by The Times of Israel on March 19, 2026, Three protesters were executed in Iran on Thursday after being accused of killing two police officers.

The executions, carried out by hanging, were confirmed by the judiciary-linked Mizan news agency, which stated that the case had progressed through the country’s legal system and received final approval from the Supreme Court.

The development marks another stark episode in the aftermath of nationwide protests that have gripped the country, reflecting the severity with which authorities continue to respond to acts perceived as threats to state security.

The individuals executed were identified as Mehdi Ghasemi, Saleh Mohammadi, and Saeed Davoudi. According to the official account, the three were accused of attacking two police officers with knives and swords during protests that took place on January 8 in the holy city of Qom.

The incident was framed by authorities as a deliberate and violent assault amid broader unrest, reinforcing the narrative that certain protest actions had crossed into what the state considers criminal and capital offenses.