### [2023-05-8](/feed/2023/05/8/index.md)

##### Blasphemy law in Iran
# Iran executes two men for blasphemy. 

The two defendants were found guilty of conducting online activities insulting Islam. Executions in Iran have significantly increased since last year, with nationwide protests in the country.


### Sources:

1. [DW](https://www.dw.com/en/iran-executes-2-over-blasphemy-charges/a-65546360) [Image](https://static.dw.com/image/65535082_6.jpg)

### Changes:

1. Iran executes 2 men for blasphemy.  _2023-05-08 07:37:20 (First version)_
1. Iran executes two men for blasphemy.  _(Current version)_

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