Iran Announces Harsh New Penalties for Collaboration
The measures fall under an expanded law that applies to intelligence, operational, and certain media-related activities deemed to support hostile governments, including the United States and Israel.
Iranian authorities warned that individuals accused of spying or cooperating with “hostile states” could face the death penalty and confiscation of their assets, according to a judiciary spokesperson.
The measures fall under an expanded law that applies to intelligence, operational, and certain media-related activities deemed to support hostile governments, including the United States and Israel.
The spokesperson said that sharing photos or videos that could assist enemy targeting may be treated as intelligence cooperation.
Iranian media reported more than 1,000 arrests over the past month related to individuals accused of filming sensitive locations, sharing anti-government content, or cooperating with the enemy.
Authorities have issued around 200 indictments in such cases and are working with security agencies to identify suspects and seize assets linked to alleged offenses.
The spokesperson added that spreading “misinformation” or content that creates public fear could result in prison sentences, with harsher penalties applied under wartime conditions.
The developments come as Iran faces continued pressure following US and Israeli strikes launched on February 28, with the conflict affecting regional stability and global energy markets.