Inmates at Iran's largest jail have sewn their lips shut in a hunger strike to protest a surge in executions, according to sources within the prison.
Desperate measure
The prisoners used materials available to them to stitch their mouths closed, a symbolic act intended to draw attention to their cause. The protest is ongoing, with participants refusing food until their demands are met.
Execution surge
The number of executions carried out in Iran has reportedly increased sharply in recent weeks, with authorities showing no signs of slowing the pace. The prisoners' action is the latest in a series of protests inside the facility.
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