Children of the Lion and Sun

This project researches and independently verifies individuals in Iran who have received moharebeh or related capital sentences and face imminent risk of execution. Verified cases are turned into short documentary-style videos that document their situations for public awareness.

Establish a reliable and steady pipeline for verifying prisoners at risk of execution and producing consistent video content, with a minimum of one video released every week that features at least two individuals facing imminent risk of execution. The aim is to raise visibility of these cases among domestic and international audiences while building a credible public record of verified information.

A steady stream of verified case profiles ready for video production. A minimum of one finished video released every week, each covering at least two individuals at risk of execution. A growing public archive of verified cases and accompanying videos that can be referenced by media, activists, and the public.

Produce and publish a minimum of 1 video every week. Feature at least 2 distinct verified individuals at risk of execution per video. Maintain verification standards for every case before inclusion. Achieve the first public release of videos within 21 days of project start and sustain the weekly output for at least 8 consecutive weeks.