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As diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iran remain stalled, authorities within the country have substantially expanded their internal security operations. Government officials have implemented widespread restrictions affecting civilians, businesses, and religious institutions, citing the need to maintain national unity during the ongoing conflict with Israel and the US.
The intensified crackdown has taken multiple forms, including increased enforcement of religious dress codes, business closures deemed non-compliant with state regulations, and heightened surveillance in public spaces. Security personnel and morality police have expanded their authority across major cities, particularly in Tehran, while armed forces maintain a visible nighttime presence to reinforce government messaging.
Recent months have witnessed a significant number of executions on national security grounds. According to the United Nations, at least 56 individuals have been executed since March on charges related to state security, with 27 cases connected to January’s nationwide protests. Additional executions occurred publicly in Isfahan, drawing international scrutiny and condemnation from human rights organizations. Authorities justify these measures as necessary deterrents, while the UN estimates over 100 individuals currently face similar execution risks.
Rights groups and international observers express concern that the security measures extend beyond military preparedness, affecting ordinary citizens through arrests, asset seizures, and media controls. The government maintains these actions are essential given the external threats facing the nation.
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Originally reported by Aljazeera →
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