Iran executes woman who claimed self-defence against sexual assault

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Iran has executed Marzieh Nieri, a 23-year-old woman who claimed self-defense against sexual assault, after a court rejected her account. She is among at least 14 women executed in Iran since the start of 2026, highlighting ongoing controversial judicial actions.

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