Iran Claims German-Iranian Dissident Died Before Execution
Conflicting reports from Iran spark diplomatic tensions with Germany over Jamshid Sharmahd's death.
- Iran initially announced Jamshid Sharmahd's execution on October 28, but later claimed he died before the sentence was carried out.
- Sharmahd, a dual national, was accused of terrorism and sentenced to death in a trial criticized for lack of due process.
- Germany responded to the initial execution announcement by closing three Iranian consulates and recalling its ambassador.
- Sharmahd's family disputes Iran's claims and demands an independent investigation into his death and the return of his body.
- The case has further strained relations between Iran and Western countries, amid ongoing concerns over human rights and nuclear issues.
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