Iran’s execution machine must not disappear behind the fog of war

War inevitably commands international attention. Military escalation, civilian casualties, and the risk of a wider regional conflict are urgent concerns. But another crisis is unfolding inside Iran — one that must not be overshadowed by the headlines.

While governments focus on security and diplomacy, Iranian authorities continue to arrest, prosecute, and execute protesters and political prisoners. According to U.N. experts, the authorities have exploited the conflict to intensify domestic repression rather than halt it.