Iranian security forces coordinated killing, torture and sexual abuse of protesters, says Amnesty
Leaked documents and testimony reveal extent of regime’s crackdown in 2022 and how it paved the way for more brutal killings of protesters this year
TL;DR
- Iranian security forces "coordinated" the killing, torture, and sexual abuse of hundreds of protesters in 2022.
- Leaked documents show instructions for a "firm and severe" response, including orders to "respond mercilessly and go as far as causing death".
- Amnesty International verified the deaths of 377 protesters and bystanders, including 56 children.
- 16 people were documented as victims of rape while arbitrarily detained, including women, men, and minors.
- The report identified 87 Iranian officials, including the late supreme leader Ali Khamenei, who should be investigated for "crimes against humanity".