Iran has executed two men — Rouzbeh Vadi and Mehdi Aghazadeh — on serious national security charges. According to the country’s judiciary, both men were hanged on Wednesday after their sentences were confirmed by the Supreme Court.

The executions were carried out in separate cases. One man was found guilty of spying. The other was accused of planning terror activities inside Iran. Authorities claim full legal procedures were followed in both cases.

These executions come at a time when the country is facing growing tensions with foreign powers and internal pressure due to rising unrest. Human rights groups have also raised concerns about the increasing number of executions in the country.

Rouzbeh Vadi accused of spying for foreign agency

Rouzbeh Vadi was found guilty of spying for a foreign intelligence agency. Iranian officials said that he gave secret information about the country’s nuclear scientists to another country.

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The report said Rouzbeh Vadi met with foreign agents multiple times in a European city. These meetings were believed to be connected to attacks on Iran’s nuclear scientists. Authorities claimed that one of the scientists mentioned in Vadi’s reports was later killed in a targeted strike.

Though the report did not name the scientist or share details of the attack, it stressed that Rouzbeh Vadi’s actions were dangerous to national security. For this reason, he was given the death sentence.

According to court statements, Vadi’s case involved charges of espionage, illegal communication with a foreign agency, and providing classified information. After a court trial, the verdict was reviewed and upheld by the Supreme Court.

This is not the first time that Iran has executed someone for spying. Reports show that multiple people have been hanged for espionage in recent months, especially since conflict increased between Iran and other countries.

Officials did not release when Vadi was arrested or how long his trial lasted. However, state media claimed that the legal process was completed fairly and without delays.

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Mehdi Aghazadeh found guilty of planning terror attacks

In a separate case, Mehdi Aghazadeh was executed on the same day. He was accused of being a member of a terrorist group and planning to carry out violent attacks inside Iran.

According to official reports, Mehdi Aghazadeh had received military training in two neighboring countries before entering Iran with four other men. All four members of the group were killed in a shootout with Iranian security forces. Aghazadeh was the only one captured alive.

The report said he crossed the border without permission and was carrying weapons and other items meant for sabotage. He was later charged with being part of a terrorist group, illegal entry, and conspiracy to harm public safety.

During the trial, Mehdi Aghazadeh was accused of planning attacks on public infrastructure and causing fear among citizens. Authorities did not name any specific targets or cities but said the plan was stopped in time.

After the initial court sentenced him to death, the Supreme Court reviewed and confirmed the decision. Officials claimed that the court followed all the legal steps required by law.

Iran has seen several such cases in recent years involving terrorist plots. Government officials often say they take such threats very seriously and respond with strict legal actions, including capital punishment.