Iran executes man for spying for Israel

On September 19, 2026, Iranian judicial authorities announced the execution of Hossein Pentaran, who was convicted of espionage and collaborating with Israeli intelligence. According to the Mizan news agency, Pentaran provided the Mossad with sensitive information regarding missile facilities located in the central province of Isfahan during the recent conflict.

While specific details regarding the date of his arrest and the judicial proceedings remain undisclosed, authorities confirmed that the death sentence was upheld by the Supreme Court. This marks the first public mention of the case by Iranian media. The incident occurs against the backdrop of heightened tensions, as Iran faced military strikes by Israel in June 2025 and a joint U.S.-Israeli coalition in February 2026, leading to a series of arrests and executions within the country.