HRANA – Media outlets close to security institutions reported that eight protesting citizens were arrested in Marvdasht and several others in Yasuj in connection with the protests. Among those detained, forced confessions from two protesters have been released, footage whose recording conditions remain unclear.

According to Tasnim, the police commander of Marvdasht announced the arrest of eight individuals in the city. This law enforcement official accused the citizens of causing “riots” and damaging public property.

Additionally, one of the security-affiliated channels reported the arrest of several protesters in Yasuj. The report included a video of forced confessions from two protesters, though it is unclear under what circumstances the video was recorded.

These reports did not provide further details, including the identities of those arrested or their current conditions.

It is worth noting that gatherings and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28, and after two days spread beyond markets and commercial centers. With the participation of students, citizens, and various social groups, these protests became one of the most widespread demonstrations in recent years. For more information, readers can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the fifteenth day of the protests, published last night.