Execution Confirmed in Qom
An individual convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad intelligence agency was executed on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Qom Prison, located in the holy city of Qom, south of Tehran. The execution was announced by Iranian judicial authorities on Sunday. Kazem Mousavi, chief justice of Qom province, confirmed that the death sentence was carried out after being upheld by the Supreme Court and a request for pardon was rejected.
Charges and Allegations
The unnamed individual was found guilty of 'moharebeh' (waging war against God) and 'corruption on earth' (efsad fel-arz), charges that carry the death penalty under Iran's Islamic penal code. According to Iranian authorities, the suspect began contacting Israeli intelligence services in October 2023 and was subsequently arrested between January and February 2024. Investigators stated that the individual confessed to cooperating with Mossad, transmitting confidential information online, and holding meetings with a Mossad officer.
Broader Context of Espionage Claims
This execution marks the latest in a series of similar cases in Iran, particularly following a '12-day war' between Iran and Israel in June. Iranian officials have stated that at least ten people have been executed for espionage since the June conflict. Other recent executions for alleged ties to Israeli intelligence include Bahman Choubi-asl, who was hanged on September 29, and Rouzbeh Vadi in August. Iran regularly accuses Israel of sabotage and infiltration operations within its borders. Israel typically does not comment on Iranian claims of espionage.
6 Comments
Manolo Noriega
The article highlights Iran's perceived need to deter intelligence operations, yet such executions often draw international condemnation, potentially isolating the country further rather than securing it.
Fuerza
Espionage certainly warrants severe legal consequences, but the broad charges of 'waging war against God' seem to circumvent international standards for fair legal proceedings, blurring lines of justice.
Manolo Noriega
It's understandable that a nation would want to protect itself from foreign espionage, but the consistent lack of independent verification in these trials makes it hard to accept the verdicts at face value.
Ongania
Justice served for those who betray their country.
Fuerza
Capital punishment is barbaric, regardless of the alleged crime.
BuggaBoom
A clear message to anyone thinking of collaborating with enemies.