Twin Sisters Who Participated in Protests in Iran Given Severe Sentences
One of the 19-year-old twin sisters tried for participating in anti-regime protests in Iran was sentenced to death, while the other received a 25-year prison sentence.
The trial process for 19-year-old twin sisters detained on charges of participating in anti-regime protests in January in Iran has concluded, and heavy prison and death sentences have been announced against them.
Sentences Received by the Twin Sisters
It was announced that a death sentence was handed down against Taraneh Rahimi, one of the 19-year-old twin sisters held in Dowlatabad Prison in Isfahan.
It was reported that the court sentenced the other sister tried in the same case, Romina Rahimi, to 25 years in prison.
Allegations of Torture During Detention
According to information shared by family members and lawyers, the young women were subjected to severe torture during their detention.
It was stated that the sisters, whose statements were taken under pressure from authorities, had their hair pulled out and their feet broken due to the violence they endured.
Reactions in the International Arena
It is stated that these severe death and prison sentences are intended by the regime to suppress protests and instill fear in society.
These developments have resonated widely in the international public sphere and were met with great reaction and concern.