Iran Executes Man for Alleged Mossad Espionage
In a dramatic escalation of regional tensions, Iran executed Mohammad-Amin Mahdavi Shayesteh on Monday. He was convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad intelligence agency.
Background
The execution follows recent US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites and alleged Iranian retaliation against Israel.
Shayesteh was also accused of having ties to Iran International, a London-based media outlet critical of the Iranian regime.
This execution comes just one day after Majid Mosayebi was also executed on similar charges.
Iranian Response
Iranian authorities claim to have dismantled multiple Israeli spy networks since June 13.
Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei vowed swift action in cases of collaboration with Israel, denouncing it as support for a "usurping regime."
Escalating Conflict
The US recently conducted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Iran retaliated with missile strikes targeting Tel Aviv.
The Revolutionary Guards issued a strong warning to the US, stating they would not be intimidated.
Global Implications
Amnesty International reports that Iran remains a leading executor of the death penalty.