29 Iranian children risk execution as they fight for their futures
Iranian youth face death penalty for their part in anti-government protests
29 children are currently facing the death penalty in Iran after taking part in anti-government protests. This news comes despite the fact that international law prohibits the execution of anyone under the age of 18.
The charges against the children
The children are accused of a range of crimes, including "waging war against God" and "corruption on earth". These charges are often used by the Iranian government to suppress dissent and silence opposition voices.
The trials
The trials of the children have been widely criticized for their lack of fairness and transparency. The children have often been denied access to lawyers and have been forced to confess under torture.
The international community
The international community has condemned the Iranian government's use of the death penalty against children. The United Nations has called on Iran to immediately halt the executions and to release all children who have been detained.
The future of the children
The future of the 29 children is uncertain. They could be executed at any time, or they could be released as part of a political deal. However, it is clear that they are facing a grave danger and that their lives are in the balance.
What can be done?
There are a number of things that can be done to help the 29 children who are facing the death penalty in Iran.
- Contact your elected officials and urge them to speak out against the Iranian government's use of the death penalty against children.
- Support organizations that are working to protect the rights of children in Iran.
- Spread awareness about the situation of the 29 children who are facing the death penalty.
Every little bit helps and we must do everything we can to help these children.
Additional information
Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:
- Amnesty International: Iran: Alarming escalation of death sentences against protesters, including children
- Human Rights Watch: Iran: Death Sentences for Child Protesters Heighten Need for Action
- Iran International: Iran: Judiciary chief orders execution of minors detained during protests
