Iran is preparing to execute Bita Hemmati, marking a significant moment as she becomes the first known female protester sentenced to death amid the ongoing crackdown on dissent following anti-government protests that began in January. Hemmati, along with her husband and two others, faces charges including using explosives and participating in violent protests. The Iranian government alleges that the group coordinated actions with foreign entities, including the United States. Reports indicate that around 1,600 individuals have been sentenced to death in connection with the protests, which have resulted in thousands of casualties and arrests. The National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) has called on the United Nations and global human rights organizations to intervene and halt the executions of political prisoners. The protests, which initially started as localized demonstrations, quickly escalated into nationwide unrest, drawing significant participation from students and civil society groups.