Iran's top court has sentenced famous pop singer Amir Hossein Maghsoudlu to death after finding him guilty of blasphemy. This case is once again an indication of the implementation of strict religious laws in Iran. Tataloo is accused of insulting Islam's Prophet Muhammad, as punishment for which the Iranian court has sentenced him to death.
Tatalu, living in Türkiye since 2018, was handed over to Iran by Turkish police in 2023. Several serious charges were brought against him, including blasphemy, publishing obscene material and spreading propaganda against the Islamic Republic.
Important decision of Supreme Court
According to Iran's reformist newspaper Etemad, "The Supreme Court has accepted the prosecutor's objection to the five-year sentence previously given for crimes including blasphemy." Subsequently, the case was reopened and Tatalu was sentenced to death for insulting the Prophet Muhammad. However, the report also states that this decision is not final and can be appealed against.
Tatalu handed over from Türkiye to Iran
37-year-old singer Tatalu was living in Istanbul city of Türkiye since 2018, from where he was handed over to Iran by Turkish police in December 2023. As soon as he arrived in Iran, many charges were leveled against him, the main charge of which was blasphemy. Furthermore, they "promote prostitution" Was also sentenced to 10 years imprisonment on charges of.
Other charges and punishment
Tatalu is also accused of spreading propaganda against the Islamic Republic and publishing obscene material. Due to these allegations, his sentencing process was expedited and he was sentenced to death. According to reports, Tatalu's lawyers are considering appealing against this decision, but no final decision has been reached yet.
Tatalu's music and controversy
Tataloo was famous for his rap, pop and R&B music and the tattoos on his body were also a topic of discussion. His popularity was very high in Iran, but he always had to face criticism regarding his music and ideas. In 2017, he also had a televised meeting with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi. Additionally, in 2015 he released a song supporting Iran's nuclear program.
Refutation of Iran's judiciary
However, Iran International reported on Sunday that the country's judiciary had denied reports that claimed "Tatalu has been sentenced to death for blasphemy." The media office of the judiciary said that the decision is not yet final and more information in the case is awaited.
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