Iranian judicial authorities are threatening capital punishment and complete property confiscation for citizens suspected of espionage or collaboration with adversarial nations, according to a judiciary spokesperson’s announcement on March 31st.
The official stated that individuals who share photographs or video footage potentially useful for enemy targeting operations may face charges of intelligence collaboration under the enhanced legislation.
Over 1,000 individuals have been detained during the past month on allegations including recording footage at strategic sites, distributing anti-regime material on social media platforms, and engaging in enemy collaboration, according to Iranian news outlets.
The ongoing military confrontation between Iran and both the United States and Israel began February 28th, subsequently expanding throughout the Middle East region, resulting in thousands of casualties while disrupting global energy markets and economic stability.
The judicial representative explained that the strengthened statute, enacted in the previous year, covers operational activities, intelligence work, and specific media actions considered supportive of antagonistic governments, particularly the United States and Israel.
Citizens who spread panic through false information could receive imprisonment, with enhanced penalties during periods of armed conflict, the spokesperson cautioned.
Approximately 200 formal charges have been filed in related cases, with authorities collaborating with security agencies to locate and confiscate assets connected to accused individuals, emphasizing zero tolerance in law enforcement, the official added.
