HRANA – A woman in Zanjan has been arrested on charges including insulting religious sanctities, communicating with foreign-based media outlets, and allegedly sending military images and information to those outlets. Simultaneously, a video purportedly showing the woman’s forced confessions has been released, although the circumstances under which the footage was recorded remain unclear.

According to a report by Mehr News Agency, a woman was arrested in Zanjan. Based on the report, the arrest was carried out on charges of insulting religious sanctities, communicating with the media outlets Manoto and Iran International, and sending military images and information to these outlets.

A video containing the forced confessions of this citizen has also been published, though it remains unclear under what circumstances the recording was obtained.

The report does not mention the identity of the arrested individual, the date of her arrest, or the location where she is being held.

It should be noted that protests and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28, 2025, and within two days spread beyond markets and commercial centers. With the participation of students, citizens, and various social groups, these protests became one of the largest protest movements of recent years. Following the crackdown by security and law enforcement forces, thousands were killed or injured, and tens of thousands were arrested or summoned by security agencies. For more information, readers may refer to HRANA’s comprehensive report titled “Crimson Winter,” documenting the first fifty days following the outbreak of Iran’s nationwide protests.