HRANA– Mohammad Banazadeh Amirkhizi, an 80-year-old former political prisoner, was arrested by security forces in Tehran on Monday, July 28, and transferred to The Ministry of Intelligence’s detention facility in Qom. Despite suffering from several illnesses, including prostate cancer and heart problems, he has been denied access to proper medical care.

Based on information obtained by HRANA, he was arrested at his private residence in Tehran, by security forces and then transferred to The Ministry of Intelligence’s detention facility in Qom.

A source familiar with his situation confirmed the news to HRANA, stating: “Mr. Banazadeh, who suffers from prostate cancer, heart conditions, and a torn knee meniscus, has been deprived of medical treatment during this time. This has caused significant concern among his family and those close to him about his health.”

As of the time of this report, the reasons for his arrest and the charges against him remain unknown.

Mohammad Banazadeh Amirkhizi, 80, a resident of Tehran, has previously been sentenced due to his activism.