In the past 48 hours, Iranian authorities have carried out the executions of at least five Kurdish prisoners, raising alarm bells about escalating human rights violations in the country. The executions come as part of a broader trend where the Iranian judicial system has faced criticism for imposing death sentences on Kurdish citizens for a range of offenses.

Among the executed prisoners were Khalid Rohi and Sirous Haidari, both 60 years old, incarcerated at Sanaa Central Prison. They were accused of "premeditated murder." Kamal Ilhami, from Saqiz Prison, faced execution for alleged sexual assault, highlighting the severe penalties imposed by Iran's legal system. Meanwhile, Sasan Maleki and Mahdi Moradi were hanged at Karaj Central Prison for their purported involvement in drug trafficking.

Iranian human rights organizations have documented at least 248 executions carried out by security forces in the country this year alone. The rising number of executions has sparked significant concerns within local communities and the broader international human rights community.

Critics argue that the Iranian authorities have frequently targeted Kurdish citizens, accusing them of various offenses ranging from serious crimes such as murder to alleged involvement in drug-related activities. The executions intensify worries about the fairness of the legal system and adherence to human rights standards.

The Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, a monitoring group, reported these recent executions and emphasized the need for international attention to address the human rights situation in Iran. The executions have renewed calls for the Iranian government to review its approach to capital punishment and ensure a fair and transparent legal process.

As the international community closely monitors the situation, concerns about human rights violations in Iran continue to grow, with advocates urging diplomatic pressure to encourage a more just and humane legal system.