Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi denied plans for executions amid nationwide anti-government protests, saying “hanging is out of the question,” even as Iran’s judiciary signaled fast-track trials and potential executions for detainees. The comments came as activists warned of imminent hangings and rights groups reported at least 2,615 deaths in a brutal security crackdown—the deadliest unrest in decades. Tensions rose further as Iran closed its airspace and warned of retaliation if the U.S. or Israel intervened. com/hindustantimes