Iran has executed a man convicted of spying for Israel, according to the judiciary’s media outlet Mizan. The execution took place on Wednesday, and the individual was identified as Hamidreza Sabet Esmailipour. He had been arrested on April 29, 2025, and was accused of working for Israel’s intelligence agency Mossad by transferring secret documents and sensitive information. The death sentence was carried out after the Supreme Court upheld the verdict and all legal procedures were completed.

Iran, which has long been engaged in covert conflict with Israel, has previously executed several individuals accused of collaborating with Israeli intelligence. Authorities claim these individuals assisted Israel’s clandestine operations inside Iran. Analysts noted that the number of such executions has risen significantly since last year, particularly after Israeli and U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities in June, which intensified Tehran’s security operations.

The report suggests that Iran’s recent actions reflect heightened internal security measures amid ongoing regional tensions and direct confrontations with Israel and the United States.