Iran executes six over alleged Israeli connections

Six individuals convicted of involvement in a separatist militant network were executed in Khuzestan Province on October 4, Iranian authorities confirm. 

The group was found guilty of carrying out attacks that killed four security personnel and of involvement in a bombing in the city of Khorramshahr, Caliber.Az esports per Mehr.

No additional details were immediately released.

The executions come as Iran’s Guardian Council confirmed the approval of two new laws: one tightening penalties for espionage and another regulating the use of non-military drones.

According to council spokesperson Hadi Tahan Nazif, the espionage legislation strengthens punishments for individuals engaged in spying or cooperating with foreign governments deemed hostile to Iran. The drone law establishes rules on licensing, safety, and oversight for civilian-operated unmanned aerial vehicles.

Nazif added that, having cleared the final legal step, the two legislations — both passed in the Parliament during the 12-day war with Israel— will be forwarded to the president for formal implementation.

By Sabina Mammadli