Over 15 Citizens Arrested by IRGC Intelligence Agents in Isfahan

HRANA – The IRGC Intelligence Organization in Isfahan has reported the arrest of more than 15 citizens in the province on charges described as “cooperating with foreign media and sending images of missile strike locations and the positions of military, relief, and checkpoint centers to these outlets.” Images of the forced confessions of three of these citizens have also been released, though the conditions under which they were recorded remain unclear.

According to Mehr News Agency, IRGC Intelligence in Isfahan has claimed that these individuals were cooperating with foreign media and sending images of locations targeted by missiles from countries involved in the war with Iran, as well as the positions of forces and military, rescue, and checkpoint sites.

At the same time, images of the forced confessions of three of these citizens have been published, though the circumstances of their recording are unknown.

The report does not provide further details, including the identities of the detainees or their place of detention.

It is worth noting that U.S. and Israeli military attacks on Iran began on February 28, 2026 . Since the start of these attacks, HRANA has been documenting and recording related developments across the country on a daily basis. For more information, readers can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the 26th day of the conflict, published last night.

Six Citizens Arrested in Yazd for Using Starlink Equipment

HRANA – Domestic media have reported the arrest of six citizens in Yazd over what has been described as “using Starlink equipment and sending news to foreign media outlets.” Additionally, 61 bank accounts linked to these individuals have been frozen.

According to Mehr, Ahmad Negahban, the commander of the Law Enforcement Forces in Yazd Province, stated that these individuals were detained for “using Starlink equipment.”

He added that during inspections by law enforcement forces, six Starlink devices were discovered and confiscated from these citizens. Furthermore, 61 bank accounts belonging to them have been blocked.

According to Negahban, the arrested individuals were “sending news and information to foreign media and selling internet services.”

The report does not provide further details, including the identities of the detainees or their place of detention.

It is worth noting that U.S. and Israeli military attacks on Iran began on February 28, 2026 . Since the start of these attacks, HRANA has been documenting and recording related developments across the country on a daily basis. For more information, readers can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the 26th day of the conflict, published last night.

Report on the Arrest of at Least 12 Citizens in Various Provinces

HRANA – Domestic media outlets have reported the arrest of at least 12 citizens in Kermanshah, Urmia, and Semnan Province on charges such as “espionage” and alleged connections with foreign-based media. Images of the forced confessions of two of these citizens have also been published, although the conditions under which they were recorded remain unclear.

According to Hamshahri, three citizens were arrested in Kermanshah. These individuals were detained by intelligence agents of the IRGC’s “Nabi Akram” unit on charges of membership in an alleged “espionage” network.

Meanwhile, Tasnim reported that two citizens were arrested in Urmia by intelligence agents of the IRGC in West Azerbaijan Province. In this report, a video was released accusing the individuals of “espionage,” alleging that they had “connections with Israel and sent information and images of certain locations to foreign media outlets.” At the same time, footage of their forced confessions was also published, though the circumstances of the recordings remain unknown.

According to ILNA, IRGC Intelligence Organization in Semnan Province announced the identification and arrest of seven citizens in the province. The report claims that the detainees “had links with foreign intelligence services and engaged in identifying military and sensitive locations, arson, and writing slogans.”

These reports do not provide further details such as the identities of the detainees, the exact time and location of their arrests, or their place of detention.

Since February 28, Iranian territory has been targeted by military attacks from Israel and the United States. For more information, readers can refer to HRANA’s report published last night on the 26th day since the beginning of these attacks.

It should also be noted that while combating espionage is not in itself considered a violation of human rights, given the Iranian government’s record of using such charges instrumentally against political opponents, such claims, especially in the absence of transparent details and due process, are consistently met with skepticism.

Day 26 of U.S. and Israeli Attacks on Iran: Explosions Reach Razavi Khorasan Province

HRANA– In the last 24 hours, and as of March 25, 2026, at 17:00 ET, HRANA has recorded at least 90 attacks across 53 incidents in 13 provinces, resulting in a total of at least 27 casualties (killed and injured, both civilian and military). Today, Razavi Khorasan Province, considered one of the geographically most distant regions of Iran from the current conflict, was also targeted by the United States and Israel.

According to information recorded and verified by HRANA, from the first minutes of the day until the end of March 25, 2026 (Tehran time), at least nine civilians were killed and 18 civilians were injured.

Aggregated data since the beginning of the conflict on February 28, 2026, based on incidents recorded in the incident tab and using minimum values for figures marked “more than”:

• Civilian fatalities: 1,464 people (including at least 217 children)

• Military fatalities: 1,167 people

• Unclassified fatalities (civilian/military): 669 people

Note on Official Statements: Alongside HRANA’s independent reports, several aggregated official statistics were also reported today by state media, including:

The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society stated in a televised interview: “In these attacks, 66 children have lost their lives and around 3,000 women have been severely injured. Additionally, three emergency helicopters and 48 rescue vehicles have been completely destroyed. The organization’s rapid response teams have been placed on alert across the country, and in Tehran, 680 people have been rescued from under the rubble.”

The governor of Zanjan announced: “In these attacks, 43 people from the province, mostly women, children, workers, and road maintenance personnel, and 16 other residents from the province in other parts of the country were killed. Their bodies have been buried in Zanjan, bringing the total number of fatalities from the province to 59. Among them were five children, 11 women, four individuals over the age of 50, and 15 aged between 19 and 25. In total, 324 residents of the province, including women, children, and urban and rural workers, were injured.”

The Israeli Minister of Defense, regarding the country’s operations against Iran, stated that so far, more than 15,000 bombs have been dropped on Iran. This number is four times the amount used in the 12-day war.

1. Overview of Incidents in the Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, incidents were reported across multiple provinces, reflecting a geographically dispersed pattern of hostilities. In a large portion of the incidents, the method/type of attack has not yet been confirmed and has been recorded as “undetermined.” In cases where the attack type was identifiable, airstrikes and drone attacks were reported.

Preliminary analysis indicates that, for the second time since the beginning of the war, Tehran Province ranks first among the provinces targeted, accounting for 23% of the attacks. Alborz and Hormozgan provinces, each with a 13% share, jointly rank second, while Isfahan Province, with 9%, ranks third. Following these are East Azerbaijan, Razavi Khorasan, and Fars provinces, respectively.

Map of Attacks Day 26

2. List of Objects Reported Hit

In the past 24 hours, the recorded attacks have damaged 23 distinct objects or facilities. These include a range of different types of targets. In some cases, damage caused by nearby strikes or secondary consequences of the attacks has also been reported.

Examples of targets recorded over the past 24 hours:

• Airbase (Bandar Abbas)

• Marine Brigade (Bandar Abbas)

• Shipyard (Bandar Abbas)

• Airport (Shiraz)

• Airport (Lamerd)

For a number of the listed targets, the exact nature of the target (civilian/military/dual-use) is still under review, and classifications may be revised as additional information becomes available.

Facilities Protected Under International Humanitarian Law:

Under international humanitarian law, medical facilities, educational institutions, humanitarian facilities, religious sites, and emergency service centers are among the many objects that maintain special protected status and are afforded special protection. In the past 24 hours, HRANA has preliminarily recorded the following cases:

• Railway staff housing (Tabriz)

• Damage to residential homes in eastern Tehran (Tehran)

• Imam Sajjad Mosque (Mashhad)

• Kiarostami House-Museum (Tehran)

• Industrial Town No. 5 (Ahvaz)

3. Civilian Casualties

In the past 24 hours, at least nine civilians have been killed and 18 injured. All classifications are preliminary and may be updated as new information becomes available.

4. Military Casualties

During the period covered by this report, no reports of military casualties have been received. Military casualties are generally reported in the context of attacks on Army and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases. Where possible, organizational affiliation and operational context are being assessed; however, not all details have yet been independently verified.

In some incidents, individuals have been killed in the vicinity of military targets; however, their official status has not yet been definitively determined. These cases remain under review, and if reliable information indicating a different status becomes available, the classification may be revised accordingly.

It is believed that military casualties are significantly higher than the figures reported in these reports. However, due to the sensitive nature of military information and the limited access of human rights groups and media to locations where military forces are present, this section largely reflects reports of senior officers or military personnel who were present in urban areas.

5. Confirmed but Unspecified Casualties

Today, one burial was recorded, related to casualties from previous days’ attacks.

A Note on HRANA Methodology

Note that, in line with HRANA policy, this report reflects only incidents that occurred within the territorial borders of Iran.

The information contained in this report is compiled through HRANA’s established documentation network. Data is collected from a combination of field reports, local contacts, medical and emergency sources, civil society networks, and open source materials, including publicly available images, videos, and official statements where relevant. Each reported incident is logged and assessed through an internal review process before publication.

Given the evolving nature of hostilities, information is gathered on a rolling basis and reflects the status of documentation at the time of publication.

The figures presented in this report may not reflect the full scope of harm. Ongoing hostilities, damage to infrastructure, communication disruptions, restricted access to affected areas, and security risks for sources may limit the ability to document incidents comprehensively.

Delays in medical reporting, difficulties in confirming identities, and restricted access to certain provinces may result in temporary undercounting. As access improves or additional evidence emerges, casualty figures and incident classifications may be revised accordingly.

HRANA remains committed to transparency, methodological rigor, and the continual updating of its findings as new verified information becomes available.

 

At Least 43 Citizens Arrested in Various Cities

HRANA – Domestic official media have reported the arrest of one citizen in Qazvin, two in Astara, and 40 others in Tehran. The reasons given for these arrests include “affiliation with the Israeli government,” “links to opposition groups,” and “sending the locations of security forces to foreign media outlets.”

According to Tasnim News Agency, the public relations office of IRGC in Qazvin Province claimed that this individual was “a spy affiliated with the Israeli government” who was identified and arrested “before carrying out sabotage on one of the province’s critical infrastructures.”

Mehr News Agency also reported the arrest of two citizens, aged 37 and 40, in Astara County. Morteza Ahadi, the county’s police commander, claimed that the two were arrested for “cooperating with opposition groups.” He further alleged that they had been active in “disturbing public opinion and acting in alignment with opposition groups aimed at overthrowing the Islamic Republic.”

Meanwhile, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) reported that 39 citizens were arrested in Tehran. According to the report, the Ministry of Intelligence claimed that 27 of these individuals had “intended to form an operational cell to create insecurity in Sistan and Baluchestan Province” and were identified and arrested.

The Ministry of Intelligence also claimed that 10 of these citizens were arrested for “cooperating with foreign media and reporting the locations of security forces to Iran International,” while two others were arrested for “creating psychological insecurity in society through cyberspace.” The ministry further stated that firearms, ammunition, and seven Starlink devices were discovered and confiscated from these individuals.

According to Mehr, the public relations office of the Seyyed al-Shohada IRGC in Tehran Province announced in a statement that an individual who had filmed and sent footage of an attack on Namaz Square in Shahr-e Rey to Iran International was identified and arrested in coordination with judicial authorities.

The report does not provide further details, including the identities of those arrested or the time and place of their detention.

Since February 28, Iran has been the target of military attacks by Israel and the United States. For more information, you can refer to HRANA’s report published last night marking the 25th day since the beginning of these attacks.

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Day 25 of U.S. and Israeli Attacks on Iran: Heavy Strikes in Isfahan and Khuzestan

HRANA– In the last 24 hours, and as of March 24, 2026, at 17:00 ET, HRANA has recorded at least 108 attacks across 57 incidents in 10 provinces, resulting in a total of at least 61 casualties (killed and injured, both civilian and military). Isfahan and Khuzestan provinces experienced the highest waves of attacks, respectively, while Tehran province ranked third in terms of strikes.

According to information recorded and verified by HRANA, from the first minutes of the day until the end of March 24, 2026 (Tehran time), at least 12 civilians were killed and 38 civilians were injured.

Aggregated data since the beginning of the conflict on February 28, 2026, based on incidents recorded in the incident tab and using minimum values for figures marked “more than”:

• Civilian fatalities: 1,455 people (including at least 217 children)

• Military fatalities: 1,167 people

• Unclassified fatalities (civilian/military): 669 people

Note on Official Statements: Alongside HRANA’s independent reporting, several aggregated official figures were also published today by state media, including:

The Ministry of Education announced: “Since the start of the brutal Zionist–American aggression against our beloved homeland, 230 students and teachers have been killed, 177 students and educational staff injured, and more than 600 educational and cultural facilities destroyed.”

The Deputy for Security and Law Enforcement of the Khuzestan Governor’s Office stated: “So far, 950 people have been injured in Khuzestan Province and 25 innocent civilians have been killed, the oldest being a 70-year-old woman and the youngest a 2.5-year-old child.”

1. Overview of Incidents in the Last 24 Hours

In the last 24 hours, incidents were reported across multiple provinces, reflecting a geographically dispersed pattern of hostilities. In a large portion of the incidents, the method/type of attack has not yet been confirmed and has been recorded as “undetermined.” In cases where the attack type was identifiable, airstrikes and drone attacks were reported.

For the second time since the start of the war, Isfahan Province was targeted more heavily than Tehran Province, accounting for 31% of all attacks. Khuzestan Province follows with 19%, while Tehran Province, for the first time, ranks third with a 16% share of the attacks. Fars, East Azerbaijan, and Yazd provinces follow next in the ranking.

2. List of Objects Reported Hit

In the past 24 hours, the recorded attacks have damaged 21 distinct objects or facilities. These include a range of different types of targets. In some cases, damage caused by nearby strikes or secondary consequences of the attacks has also been reported.

Examples of targets recorded over the past 24 hours:

• Ammand Missile Site (Tabriz)

• Meysam Tammar Basij Base (Tehran)

• Missile Site (Borazjan)

• SAIRAN Optics Building (Isfahan)

• Ammunition Manufacturing Facility (Isfahan)

For a number of the listed targets, the exact nature of the target (civilian/military/dual-use) is still under review, and classifications may be revised as additional information becomes available.

Facilities Protected Under International Humanitarian Law:

Under international humanitarian law, medical facilities, educational institutions, humanitarian facilities, religious sites, and emergency service centers are among the many objects that maintain special protected status and are afforded special protection. In the past 24 hours, HRANA has preliminarily recorded the following cases:

• Gas Company Facility on Kaveh Street (Isfahan)

• Power Plant Gas Pipeline (Khorramshahr)

• Four Residential Buildings (Tehran)

• Swimming Pool and Multi-Purpose Hall at Kargar Sports Complex, Kooy-e Qaem (Andimeshk)

• Damage to 30 Shops and Businesses (Isfahan)

3. Civilian Casualties

In the past 24 hours, at least 12 civilian citizens, including two women, have been killed, and 38 civilians, including 2 children, have been injured. All classifications are preliminary and may be updated as new information becomes available.

4. Military Casualties

During the period covered by this report, no reports of military casualties have been received. Military casualties are generally reported in the context of attacks on Army and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases. Where possible, organizational affiliation and operational context are being assessed; however, not all details have yet been independently verified.

In some incidents, individuals have been killed in the vicinity of military targets; however, their official status has not yet been definitively determined. These cases remain under review, and if reliable information indicating a different status becomes available, the classification may be revised accordingly.

It is believed that military casualties are significantly higher than the figures reported in these reports. However, due to the sensitive nature of military information and the limited access of human rights groups and media to locations where military forces are present, this section largely reflects reports of senior officers or military personnel who were present in urban areas.

5. Confirmed but Unspecified Casualties

Eleven reported fatalities over the past 24 hours remain classified as ‘undetermined,’ meaning HRANA has not yet been able to confirm whether the individuals were civilians or military personnel.

Today, 12 burials were recorded, related to casualties from attacks in previous days.

A Note on HRANA Methodology

Note that, in line with HRANA policy, this report reflects only incidents that occurred within the territorial borders of Iran.

The information contained in this report is compiled through HRANA’s established documentation network. Data is collected from a combination of field reports, local contacts, medical and emergency sources, civil society networks, and open source materials, including publicly available images, videos, and official statements where relevant. Each reported incident is logged and assessed through an internal review process before publication.

Given the evolving nature of hostilities, information is gathered on a rolling basis and reflects the status of documentation at the time of publication.

The figures presented in this report may not reflect the full scope of harm. Ongoing hostilities, damage to infrastructure, communication disruptions, restricted access to affected areas, and security risks for sources may limit the ability to document incidents comprehensively.

Delays in medical reporting, difficulties in confirming identities, and restricted access to certain provinces may result in temporary undercounting. As access improves or additional evidence emerges, casualty figures and incident classifications may be revised accordingly.

HRANA remains committed to transparency, methodological rigor, and the continual updating of its findings as new verified information becomes available.

Mock Execution: Baha’i International Community Expresses Concern Over Peyvand Naimi’s Fate in Kerman Prison

HRANA – Peyvand Naimi (Naeimi), a Baha’i citizen, remains in a state of legal limbo more than two months after his arrest, held in solitary confinement in Kerman Prison. During this time, he has reportedly been subjected to mock executions and torture aimed at extracting forced confessions. In this regard, the Baha’i International Community has issued a statement expressing concern over his fate and calling for urgent international attention to his situation.

The Baha’i International Community, expressing concern over Naimi’s condition in a statement shared with HRANA, reported that he has endured two mock executions, torture, and prolonged interrogations, placing him at serious risk. Iranian authorities are reportedly attempting to coerce him into confessing to crimes he has not committed. Staged executions are among the most severe forms of psychological torture and are prohibited under international law. Naimi is currently held in solitary confinement in Kerman Prison and has developed involuntary eye twitching and digestive problems. Despite this, prison officials have denied him medical care.

The statement further notes that from March, Naimi was subjected to ten days of intense torture and interrogation. On some days, his hands and feet were bound and attached to a wall for up to 48 hours. In addition to physical abuse, he has faced insults targeting his religious beliefs and has repeatedly been subjected to staged executions.

A family member living outside Iran stated that his physical and psychological condition has severely deteriorated due to the mistreatment, and that during visits, he appeared emotionally broken under the pressure.

According to the statement, on February 28, Naimi was transferred to an IRGC detention facility and later returned to Kerman Prison. Authorities have claimed that he “expressed joy” on the day of Ali Khamenei’s death and that he was involved in attacks against Basij forces and the killing of a Basij member during protests on January 8. However, he had been arrested prior to the killing and, as a detainee without access to communication devices, could not have played any role in those events.

Additionally, on February 1, a video of Naimi’s forced confessions was broadcast on state television, though the conditions under which it was recorded remain unclear. To date, no trial has been held, no verdict has been issued, and no evidence has been presented to substantiate the allegations against him.

Pivand Naimi was arrested on January 8, 2026, by security forces at his workplace and transferred to Kerman Prison.

Over the past decade, the Baha’i community in Iran has faced more security and judicial pressure than any other religious minority. A review of HRA’s annual reports indicates that, over the past year, an average of 62.41% of reports concerning religious minorities involved violations of the rights of Baha’i citizens.

Baha’i Citizen Shayan Abadi Arrested by Intelligence Agents in Kerman

HRANA – Shayan Abadi, a Baha’i resident of Kerman, was arrested yesterday by agents of the Ministry of Intelligence in the city and transferred to an undisclosed location.

Based on information received by HRANA, Shayan Abadi, 31 years old, was arrested on Monday, March 23, 2026 by agents of the Ministry of Intelligence in Kerman. As of the time of this report, no information is available regarding his place of detention or the charges against him.

Over the past decade, the Baha’i community in Iran has faced more security and judicial pressure than any other religious minority. A review of HRA’s annual reports indicates that over the past year, on average, 62.41% of reports concerning religious minorities were related to violations of the rights of Baha’i citizens.

At Least 501 Citizens Arrested in Connection with the War

HRANA – The Police Information Center announced the arrest of 466 citizens. In addition, one individual was arrested in Selseleh, 30 others in the provinces of Hamadan, Lorestan, and Kerman, and three citizens in Shahrud. A video report has also been released showing the arrest of one individual, which includes forced confessions, although the conditions under which it was recorded remain unclear.

According to Mehr News Agency, the police commander of Selseleh reported the arrest of a citizen in the county. According to Kamran Hasanvand, the individual was accused of “disturbing public opinion” and “propaganda against the state” and was transferred to prison after a judicial case was opened.

Meanwhile, according to Tasnim News Agency, the Police Information Center stated that 466 citizens had been arrested. In its statement, the institution claimed that these individuals were “disturbing public opinion, creating anxiety and insecurity in society, promoting propaganda in favor of the enemy, and disrupting national security on the Internet.”

According to Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, 30 citizens were arrested in the provinces of Hamadan, Lorestan, and Kerman. Ministry of Intelligence claimed that 24 of these individuals had sent the coordinates of military, law enforcement, and security locations, as well as the positions of security forces and military equipment in Hamadan Province, to “the enemy.” It was also alleged that four individuals in Lorestan were identified and arrested while “collecting information for enemy intelligence services.” In Kerman Province, two citizens were arrested by security forces for what was described as “attempting to move weapons.”

A video report by state media shows the arrest of a citizen who is accused of filming certain locations related to military attacks and sending them to sources outside the country. Footage of the individual’s forced confessions has been published, although the circumstances under which it was recorded remain unclear.

In another development, according to Young Journalists Club, three citizens accused of “spying on sensitive centers and communicating with foreign countries” were arrested in Shahrud. The police commander of Semnan Province claimed that “the accused confessed to the charges during initial interrogations, and their actions are under investigation within a judicial case.”

As of the time of this report, no information has been provided regarding the whereabouts of the detainees or the charges brought against them.

Since February 28, Iranian territory has been targeted by military attacks from Israel and the United States. For more information, you can refer to HRANA’s report on the 24th day following the start of these attacks, published last night.

Report on the Arrest of Four Citizens in Various Cities

HRANA – In recent weeks, Esmail Bavi in Khuzestan, Zahra Hojjat in Mashhad, and Sima Chambari in Neyshabur have been arrested by security forces. Meanwhile, Mahdieh Mehrzad was released from Evin Prison on March 18 after posting bail.

Based on information received by HRANA, Esmail Bavi, 20-year-old, was arrested approximately two weeks ago in early March 2026 by security forces at his family home along the Ahvaz–Abadan route. His family remains unaware of his place of detention, condition, or well-being, which has heightened their concerns.

Additionally, HRANA reports that Mahdieh (Khadijeh) Mehrzad was released from Evin Prison on March 18 after posting bail set at 6 billion tomans. A source close to her family confirmed that she had previously been sentenced by Branch 29 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court to five years in prison on charges of assembly and collusion, and one year for “propaganda against the regime.” The harsher sentence of five years is enforceable. She had been detained in Evin Prison for the past three months.

In another development, the Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers’ Trade Associations reported the arrest of Zahra Hojjat in Mashhad. Ms. Hojjat has been active in education and in supporting girls with disabilities, including serving as a manager at the Hamdam Institute in Mashhad.

Furthermore, a report from the United Students Channel indicates that Sima Chambari, an undergraduate chemistry student admitted in 2024 at the University of Rasht and a resident of Neyshabur, was arrested by security forces at her home on March 12, 2026.

The reports do not provide information regarding the detainees’ whereabouts, reasons for arrest, or charges brought against them.

According to the annual report of the Human Rights Activists in Iran for 2025, at least 180 arrests were carried out without judicial warrants, and 22,062 individuals were detained in connection with freedom of thought and expression. The report also documented 689 cases of enforced disappearance or lack of information regarding detainees’ status, which constitutes a violation of detainees’ rights.