Mass executions for fanatics

ISLAMIC State terrorists are hanged in large groups at the notorious al-Hoot prison 200 miles south-east of Baghdad.

They stand on a metal frame with small doors beneath them, which open when the order is given.

Chilling photos released by the justice ministry last week showed four dead extremists, hooded and handcuffed, hanging in a row in the gallows.

Before their execution they sat crossed-legged and blindfolded in front of a wall. They were part of a group of 13 who were hanged.

The UN has said it is ‘appalled’ at the mass executions.