Iran executed a 23-year-old man in connection with nationwide protests. Rights groups warn that individuals face torture and unfair trials as the country intensifies conflicts.

Iran on Monday executed a 23-year-old man, Ali Fahim, who was convicted in connection with January's nationwide protests, marking the latest in a wave of politically charged hangings. Rights groups say Fahim and others faced torture, unfair trials and lack of access to legal counsel, as the country's judiciary accelerates killings amid Iran’s escalating conflict with Israel and the US.