Iranian authorities have carried out the execution of a man convicted of deliberately running over law enforcement officers during recent unrest. The Judiciary Branch confirmed the execution, stating the man was found guilty of actions taken during what they described as "foreign-backed riots." Details regarding the specific circumstances of the incident and the man’s identity remain limited. This execution is likely to draw international criticism, as concerns mount over the increasing use of the death penalty in Iran, particularly in cases related to protests. Iranian officials routinely blame external forces for instigating domestic disturbances. The move signals a firm stance by the government against those it deems responsible for challenging state authority. This is the latest in a series of executions linked to the widespread protests that have occurred in Iran.