Iran: Surge of political prisoners amid US-Israel war Shabnam von Hein © 2026 Deutsche Welle

Iran: Surge of political prisoners amid US-Israel war Shabnam von Hein 21 hours ago21 hours ago Amid the US-Israel war with Iran, as the world breathlessly watches the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran is quietly increasing pressure on political prisoners. Advocates are sounding the alarm, warning of mass executions. https://www.dw.com/en/iran-surge-of-political-prisoners-amid-us-israel-war/a-77136844 © 2026 Deutsche Welle