'They handpick the most beautiful kids, the brightest and bravest. They want to create total fear in Iran': The heartbreaking story of the 20-year-old sentenced to hang while her twin sister faces 25 years in prison... just for wanting a better life
In many ways they were typical 19-year-olds. Yet Taraneh and Romina Rahimi grew up in Iran and a little over a week ago Taraneh was given a death sentence, while Romina got 25 years in prison.

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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Sep 9, 2026, 4:18 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Crime & Justice
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