IRAN - Amir Hamzeh Palangi executed in Kerman on January 6
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January 6, 2026 - IRAN. Amir Hamzeh Palangi executed in Kerman on January 6.
According to information obtained by Iran Human Rights, a man was hanged in Kerman (Shahab) Central Prison on 6 January 2026. His identity has been established as Amir Hamzeh Palangi, a 21-year-old Baluch man from Reigan who resided in Kerman. He was the family breadwinner and took care of his elderly and sick parents.
Amir was arrested at 18, around three years ago, and sentenced to qisas (retribution-in-kind) by the Criminal Court.
At the time of writing, his execution has not been reported by domestic media in Iran.
— SOURCES
- (Source: IHR)
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