In brief
In the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes, Iranian authorities have intensified a nationwide campaign, urging citizens to report individuals who exhibit suspicious behavior, such as wearing hats or sunglasses at night—uncommon in Iran. This manhunt targets alleged spies and infiltrators as officials push for faster trials and wider use of the death penalty against those accused of espionage. Critics express concern that this crackdown may extend to political dissidents and minority groups as the regime tries to counter perceived threats from within. Hadi Ghaemi, director of the Center for Human Rights in Iran, describes the government's actions as desperate and indiscriminate. Israel's history of successful infiltrations adds weight to the Iranian authorities' fears, compelling them to respond with increased vigilance.
Iran Intensifies Crackdown on Suspected Enemies After Israeli StrikesIranian authorities escalate their efforts to hunt down perceived threats in the wake of recent Israeli attacks, raising fears of a widespread political crackdown.In the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes, Iranian authorities have intensified a nationwide campaign, urging citizens to report individuals who exhibit suspicious behavior, such as wearing hats or sunglasses at night—uncommon in Iran. This manhunt targets alleged spies and infiltrators as officials push for faster trials and wider use of the death penalty against those accused of espionage. Critics express concern that this crackdown may extend to political dissidents and minority groups as the regime tries to counter perceived threats from within. Hadi Ghaemi, director of the Center for Human Rights in Iran, describes the government's actions as desperate and indiscriminate. Israel's history of successful infiltrations adds weight to the Iranian authorities' fears, compelling them to respond with increased vigilance.
