Iran Plans Execution of Protester Erfan Soltani Amid Nationwide Unrest

Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian protester from Fardis near Tehran, faces execution on January 14 after being arrested during anti-government protests. Charged with 'waging war against God,' Soltani was reportedly denied legal counsel and a fair trial. His family was informed shortly before the execution and allowed a 10-minute farewell visit. The case marks the first execution linked to the nationwide unrest, which has seen over 2,000 deaths and 10,000 arrests. The US and human rights groups have condemned the execution and warned of further crackdowns.