HRANA – Ali Bijani Banari, Alireza Maki Zadeh Banari, Mohsen Sabzi Zadeh Banari, Sajad Nazemkani, a pharmacist, Hassan Maili, and Ayoub Karimi were arrested during nationwide protests in the cities of Gachsaran, Hamedan, and Malekshahi.

Based on information received by HRANA, Ali Bijani Banari, Alireza Maki Zadeh Banari, Mohsen Sabzi Zadeh Banari, and Sajad Nazemkani, four protesters residing in Gachsaran, were arrested in the city on January 3. Additionally, the arrest of Hassan Maili, a resident of Hamedan, took place on Sunday, January 4, after security forces searched his home.

The Kurdpa news outlet also reported that earlier today, a citizen identified as Ayoub Karimi was arrested in Malekshahi County.

As of the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the charges against these citizens or their place of detention.

It is worth noting that gatherings and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28. After two days, the protests expanded beyond markets and commercial centers. With students, citizens, and various social groups joining, these demonstrations have become among the most widespread protests in recent years. For more information, readers may refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the eighth day of protests, published last night.