HRANA– Masoud Yousef Hasirchin, a translator and writer residing in Khuzestan Province, was arrested by agents of the IRGC Intelligence on January 18. Prior to his arrest, agents searched his home and confiscated some of his personal belongings, including digital devices.
Based on information received by HRANA, Masoud Yousef Hasirchin was arrested by agents of the IRGC Intelligence in Khuzestan Province and transferred to a security detention facility, where he has been subjected to interrogation. Two days prior to his arrest, agents searched his private residence and confiscated several personal belongings, including books, a mobile phone, and a laptop.
As of the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the reasons for his arrest, his place of detention, or the charges brought against Mr. Hasirchin.
In recent days, a group of writers, researchers, translators, and journalists issued a statement calling for Mr. Yousef Hasirchin’s release.
Masoud Yousef Hasirchin, a resident of Khuzestan Province, is a researcher and translator of works in the fields of political science, economics, and history.
It should be noted that gatherings and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28. After two days, they spread beyond bazaars 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 further information, readers can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the thirty-sixth day since the start of the protests, which was published last night.
