IRAN - "Sadly, between 300 and 400 executions take place in Iran every year," says Abdolkarim Lahiji

"Unfortunately, every year there are some 300 to 400 executions in Iran," said Abdolkarim Lahiji, vice president of the International Federation of Human Rights Leagues (IFHRL). "When we look at a number of executions, we have to consider it in proportion with the population of that country. Considering the population of China and the U.S., I have to say that Iran is on top of the list." 
The IFHRL's Lahiji notes that Iran condemns young alleged offenders to death and then executes them when they turn 18. "According to our figures, 25 teenagers under the age of 18 who have been sentenced to death are awaiting their unfair sentences to be applied," Lahiji said.