Child bride spared execution in Iran after blood money is paid
The Guardian • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/15/2025
Summary
Goli Kouhkan, a 25-year-old woman on death row in Iran for the alleged killing of her abusive husband, has had her execution halted after his parents accepted £70,000 in "blood money" for their forgiveness, according to The Guardian. Kouhkan had been imprisoned for seven years following her arrest at age 18.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
35 days
40
Velocity (0-40)
24 sources
8
Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
15
Breadth (0-15)
24 unique
Total Score98/100
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AnalysisRisk 10
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Strong consensus: 24 independent sources
Age: 35 days - proven survivor
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