The reports stated that Ali Fahim had been found guilty of trying to access a weapons depot amid nationwide protests earlier this year. Officials described the act as a direct threat to national security, alleging that he and others sought to seize military equipment during the disturbances.

The execution follows a series of similar cases linked to the same incident. Authorities recently carried out the death sentences of Amir Hossein Hatami, Mohammad Amin Biglari, and Shahin Vahed Parast, all convicted in connection with the attempted breach. State media characterized the individuals as "rioters” acting against state security.

A judiciary spokesperson, told that "the rulings were issued after full legal proceedings and upheld at the highest judicial level,” adding that "any action targeting military infrastructure will be met with firm legal consequences.”

However, rights groups have raised concerns regarding the trials and treatment of detainees. Amnesty International said it believes at least one more linked to the same case could face execution in the coming days. The organization has criticized what it described as a pattern of expedited trials and alleged mistreatment.

"Defendants in these cases are often subjected to coercion and denied fair trial guarantees,” said Diana Eltahawy, Deputy Director for the Middle East at Amnesty International, in a statement reviewed by Lamaane News Network. "The use of capital punishment in this context raises serious human rights concerns.”

On the ground, residents in parts of Tehran described a heightened security presence around key government and military sites in recent weeks. "There are more patrols and checkpoints than usual, especially at night,” said a local shopkeeper who requested not to be named for safety reasons.

The January protests, among the most widespread in recent years, were driven by economic grievances and political dissatisfaction. Authorities responded with a broad crackdown, resulting in mass arrests and multiple prosecutions tied to alleged security violations.

The developments underscore ongoing tensions between state authorities and dissenting groups, with capital punishment continuing to play a central role in Iran’s response to unrest. Observers note that the executions may have broader implications for domestic stability and international scrutiny of Iran’s judicial practices.