Iran’s judiciary has filed 50 cases in Tehran against individuals accused of collaborating with Israel, judiciary spokesman Asghar Jahangir said Saturday, pledging swift prosecution and no leniency.
“Close cooperation and coordination between law enforcement and the judiciary led to the formation of around 50 cases in Tehran within less than two weeks,” Jahangir said at a press conference, adding that the charges involve “rumor-mongering” and spreading public anxiety.
Jahangir said the judiciary is determined to prosecute those accused of acting “for the enemy” and would not allow the cases to be delayed. “We will show no leniency,” he said. “We will not allow these cases to be dragged out.”
According to Jahangir, 32 online accounts were flagged; most edited their content after receiving warnings and avoided further legal action, but ten individuals were formally charged. Some remain in custody, while others were released on bail.
Jahangir said several people had also been arrested on espionage charges, but added that court rulings had not yet been issued.
“Some have been informed of their charges as spies, but until a court ruling is issued, no one can be legally labeled a spy,” he said.
He declined to specify how many were charged with spying for Israel. “Every one of these traitors holds valuable information that must be extracted thoroughly before any sentencing,” he said. “This process is essential for identifying others involved.”
Aftermath of Evin prison strike
Responding to questions about the Israeli airstrike on Evin prison, Jahangir confirmed that five inmates convicted of financial crimes were killed and others injured. He said all prisoners were relocated to other facilities within hours and denied reports that some detainees had gone missing or failed to contact families.
Jahangir admitted a small number of inmates had escaped. “A few took advantage of the situation and fled, but the number is not significant. They will be recaptured and returned,” he said.
