Iranian Rapper Amir Tataloo Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy

The court overturned a prior five-year prison sentence, escalating the charges to a death penalty in a controversial retrial.

Amir Tataloo, a prominent Iranian rapper, was sentenced to death in a retrial after being accused of blasphemy and insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
The Supreme Court accepted the prosecution's appeal against his initial five-year prison sentence, reopening the case and leading to the harsher verdict.
Tataloo, known for blending rap, pop, and R&B, had lived in Istanbul since 2018 but was extradited to Iran by Turkish authorities in December 2023.
The musician faces additional accusations, including promoting anti-government propaganda, encouraging immorality among youth, and publishing 'obscene content.'
The verdict is not final and can still be appealed, according to reports from Iranian media.