Protest Crackdown and Executions: Iran executed Siavash Jamshidi Kheirabadi over an alleged January 2026 shooting at police, as the judiciary continues to frame unrest as security threats. Human Rights Under Pressure: A prominent Iranian actress, Elnaz Shakerdoust, was sentenced to one year in prison and banned from political, artistic and online activity for supporting the January protests, with her whereabouts still unclear. Domestic Security Operations: Iran’s Intelligence Ministry says it dismantled four alleged sabotage networks in Kerman, arresting 31 people accused of preparing unrest and targeting surveillance systems, with links claimed to the US and Israel. Digital Controls: Reports say Iran has blocked SIM cards and cut access to banking and government services for critics, with some users describing coercive interrogations tied to restoring service. Regional Diplomacy: Iran’s Araghchi spoke by phone with Azerbaijan’s Bayramov about regional developments. UK-Iran Tensions: In the RAF Fairford probe, a dual UK-Iranian suspect was released on bail as UK officials cite “strong indications” of Iranian involvement, which Tehran denies. US-Iran Escalation and Courts: Iran says it will pursue the US seizure of an Iranian ship during a ceasefire in international courts, calling it a war crime. Sanctions and Finance: Russia-linked payment platform A7 rejected US accusations of helping Iran evade sanctions after Washington expanded restrictions. Middle East Flashpoints: Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing a major Yemen operation against Iran-backed Houthis, with possible timing ranging from weeks to after US midterms.