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January Protests: Iman Sadeghi’s Legal Limbo Extends Beyond Three Months

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HRANA, Iman Sadeghi, Kashan prison, ایمان صادقی

HRANA – Iman Sadeghi, one of those arrested during the 2026 nationwide protests in Kashan, has been held in legal limbo in the city’s prison for more than three months.

Based on information received by HRANA, Iman Sadeghi was arrested on January 31, 2026, during the nationwide protests of January 2026 at his family home in Kashan. Following his arrest, he was transferred to Kashan Prison and, despite more than three months having passed since his detention, he continues to be held there without legal clarification of his status.

An informed source told HRANA: “So far, no court session has been held to address his case, and no information has been obtained regarding the charges against Iman.”

Iman Sadeghi, 20 years old, is a blogger and resident of Kashan.

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.

Two Prisoners Executed in Qazvin Prison

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Choobindar Prison, HRANA, Qazvin prison

HRANA– The death sentences of two prisoners who had previously been sentenced to execution on charges related to drug offenses and murder were carried out in Choobindar Prison in Qazvin.

The Iran Human Rights Organization identified the executed prisoners as Sajjad Hosseini, 28, from Chahardangeh, Tehran, and Behnam Abdi, 49, from Qazvin and the father of two children.

Based on the report, Mr. Abdi, who had been sentenced to death around three years ago on charges related to drug offenses, was hanged at dawn on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Sajjad Hosseini was also executed at dawn on Monday, April 27, 2026. He had been arrested six years ago following a street fight on a murder charge and was sentenced to death by the criminal court.

The report states that Sajjad Hosseini had previously been taken to the gallows twice, once in 2023 and once in June of last year, but both times he was returned to his ward after receiving temporary reprieves from the victim’s family. The victim’s family had requested 9 billion tomans in exchange for granting forgiveness. Sajjad’s family managed to raise 5.4 billion tomans through extensive efforts, but the complainant’s family refused to accept the amount.

According to HRA’s Annual Report, in 2025 at least 2,063 citizens, including 61 women and 2 juvenile offenders, were executed. Of these, the sentences of 11 individuals were carried out in public. During the same period, 172 other individuals were sentenced to death.

Zarandieh: Five Citizens Arrested on Accusation of Sending Information to Opposition Media Network

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HRANA, Markazi Province, Zarandieh

HRANA – The police commander of Zarandieh County announced the arrest of five citizens on charges described as “sending information and cooperating with a hostile media network.”

According to IRNA, five citizens were arrested in Zarandieh County, Markazi province. Saeed Mohammadizad, the police commander of Zarandieh County, claimed that these individuals had been sending images showing the locations of security forces, military sites, relief and rescue centers, checkpoints, and other facilities to hostile networks.

The report does not provide further details, including the date of the arrests, the identities of the detainees, or their place of detention.

No Information on the Fate of Payam Afkhami After More Than 50 Days in Detention

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HRANA, Payam Afkhami, Tehran, پیام افخمی

HRANA – More than 50 days after his arrest, Payam Afkhami, a Tehran resident, remains in a state of uncertainty. The continued lack of information regarding Mr. Afkhami’s fate has intensified concerns among his family members.

According to HRANA, the uncertain status of detained Tehran resident Payam Afkhami has now entered its 52nd day. A source close to Mr. Afkhami’s family confirmed the matter to HRANA, stating: “Since his arrest, Payam has only had one brief phone call with his family, during which he was unable to provide any explanation regarding his condition or place of detention. The lack of information about his situation continues while he had been the caretaker of his ill mother, and his absence has caused growing concern and additional pressure on his family.”

Payam Afkhami was arrested on March 16, 2026, by agents of the Ministry of Intelligence at his home. The arrest was carried out under an order issued by Investigator Mehrdadi from Branch 2 of the District 33 Prosecutor’s Office in Tehran.

As of the time of this report, judicial and security authorities have not provided any explanation regarding the reasons for his arrest, the charges against him, the status of his case, or his place of detention.

Several Citizens Arrested and Forced Confessions Broadcast in Tehran

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forced confessions, HRANA, Tehran

HRANA – Several citizens in Tehran have been arrested by the Tehran Province Security Police over what authorities described as “communication with hostile foreign-based media outlets.” A video containing the forced confessions of at least three of these individuals has also been published, although the circumstances under which the recordings were obtained remain unclear.

According to Rokna, several citizens have been arrested in Tehran. The individuals are accused of having contact with media outlets based outside the country. They were arrested by officers of the West Tehran Province Security Police and, after judicial cases were opened against them, were referred to judicial authorities.

Additionally, a video of the forced confessions of at least three of the aforementioned citizens has been released, although the conditions under which the confessions were recorded are unknown.

The report does not provide further details, including the identities of those arrested, the dates of their arrests, or their places of detention.

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Report on the Latest Status of Majid Jamshidzadeh in Evin Prison

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Abolghasem Salavati, Evin Prison, HRANA, Majid Jamshidzadeh, مجید جمشیدزاده

HRANA – Majid Jamshidzadeh, a student at Iran University of Science and Technology and one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, is currently serving his prison sentence in Evin Prison. He had previously been sentenced to five years in prison by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA News Agency, quoting Amir Kabir Newsletter, Majid Jamshidzadeh is serving his sentence in Evin Prison. He was previously sentenced by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, to five years in prison on charges of “assembly and collusion with the intent to disrupt national security” and “disrupting public order.”

The report states that the verdict was verbally communicated to Mr. Jamshidzadeh in Evin Prison. However, because the ruling has not been officially registered in the judicial notification system, he has so far been unable to file an appeal request.

Majid Jamshidzadeh, an undergraduate industrial design student at Iran University of Science and Technology, was arrested on January 2, 2026, during public protests in Tehran and was subsequently transferred to Evin Prison.

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.

Baha’i Citizen Flora Samadani Arrested in Yazd

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Ahmad Naeimi, Baha'i citizen, Flora Samadani, HRANA, Yazd

HRANA – Flora Samadani, a Baha’i citizen, was arrested on Sunday, May 3, by security forces in Yazd. Three days after her arrest, there is still no precise information available regarding her fate.

According to HRANA, the continued detention and uncertainty surrounding Flora Samadani has now entered its third day. Based on information received by HRANA, this Baha’i citizen was detained by security forces in Yazd on Sunday, May 3, and no information about her condition or whereabouts has been made available since. The lack of information about her situation has increased concerns among her family.

As of the time of this report, no details have been obtained regarding the reasons for her arrest or the charges brought against her.

Flora Samadani is a Baha’i resident of Yazd and the wife of Ahmad Naeimi. Mr. Naeimi has previously been arrested and faced judicial actions due to his religious beliefs.

Over the past decade, the Baha’i community in Iran has been subjected to more security and judicial pressures than any other religious minority. A review of annual reports by the Statistics, Publications, and Works Center of the Human Rights Activists in Iran indicates that over the past year, an average of 62.41% of reports concerning religious minorities were related to violations of the rights of Baha’is.

Seizure of Assets of 22 Individuals Accused of Cooperation with Hostile Governments

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Ali Arian Saber, Ali Shakeri Talarposhti, Dorsa Rahbar, Ehsan Ebrahimian, Faranak Amiri, Faranak Rahbar, Fatemeh Koochakpour, Hediyeh Kimiaei, HRANA, Kiarash Nili, Mehdi Heydari, Mehdi Nasiri, Mohammadali Foadi, Mohsen Hosseini, Niloufar Asadian, Raha Pouresmaeil, Ramin Saemipour, Rashid Nouri, Solmaz Ghaffarbeigi Darian, Vahid Pourrezaei, Zahra Sheisi, Zeinab Akbari, Zeinab Avazabadi

HRANA – The assets and property of 22 citizens in Semnan Province have been confiscated by order of a judicial authority. The judiciary has accused these individuals of “cooperating with hostile governments” during the recent military clashes and engaging in actions against national security.

According to Mizan News Agency, the assets of 22 citizens in Semnan Province have been seized. The judiciary stated that the reason for this action was “cooperation with hostile governments.” However, it did not specify the exact charges or provide concrete examples of the alleged offenses attributed to these individuals.

The Judiciary’s Media Center referred to these individuals as “elements affiliated with the enemy,” claiming that during the war involving the United States and Israel against Iran, they took actions against national security. Accordingly, all movable and immovable property, bank accounts, and financial assets of these individuals have been identified and confiscated, and a ban on any financial transactions has been imposed on them.

The individuals named are: Mehdi Nasiri, Zeinab Avazabadi, Fatemeh Koochakpour, Mohammadali Foadi, Zeinab Akbari, Faranak Rahbar, Hediyeh Kimiaei, Dorsa Rahbar, Ali Arian Saber, Raha Pouresmaeil, Ehsan Ebrahimian, Zahra Sheisi, Niloufar Asadian, Solmaz Ghaffarbeigi Darian, Kiarash Nili, Ali Shakeri Talarposhti, Faranak Amiri Baghbadarani, Vahid Pour-Rezaei, Mehdi Heydari, Mohsen Hosseini, Rashid Nouri, and Ramin Saemipour.

The report does not provide details about the legal proceedings or the value of the seized assets. The judiciary has stated that their cases are currently under review in judicial authorities in Semnan Province.

Among them, Mehdi Nasiri is a journalist, political activist, and former representative of Ali Khamenei at Kayhan newspaper, who currently resides in Canada.

Following the start of military attacks on Iran, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, head of the judiciary, announced that judicial orders had been issued to confiscate the assets of what he described as “enemy collaborators inside and outside the country.” He also threatened these individuals with execution, stating: “One of the prescribed punishments in such cases is execution, and after review, one of the legal punishments will be applied to those concerned.”

Following this directive, a smart financial inquiry system called “Saham” has been launched. With its activation, prosecutor’s offices and courts across the country can quickly and online identify citizens’ assets and take necessary measures to confiscate them.

Attorney Elham Zeraatpisheh Arrested in Shiraz

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Elham Zeraatpisheh, HRANA, Shiraz

HRANA – Elham Zeraatpisheh, a lawyer, was arrested yesterday in Shiraz and transferred to an undisclosed location.

The arrest took place on Monday, May 4, 2026, in the vicinity of the Shiraz Prosecutor’s Office for the Enforcement of Judgments. As of the time of this report, no information is available regarding her place of detention, the reasons for her arrest, or the charges brought against her.

Elham Zeraatpisheh is an attorney and a member of the Fars Province Bar Association. She has previously faced judicial actions and arrest due to her professional activities.

Three Christian Citizens Arrested in Yazd

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HRANA, Iranian Christians, Yazd

HRANA – The prosecutor of Yazd announced the arrest of three Christian citizens in the province on charges described as “forming a house church group and promoting Christianity.”

According to Fars News Agency, the public and revolutionary prosecutor of Yazd Province referred to these individuals as “key members of a Christian proselytizing network” and stated that they were arrested by security forces.

Mehdi Hassanpour further claimed that these citizens “established connections with Christian missionary organizations and entities linked to Israel, and subsequently formed a group in the form of a house church. They encouraged several family members and friends, both in person and online, to convert to Christianity.” He also alleged that some individuals connected to the case had insulted religious sanctities and “prayed for Israel’s victory.”

The report does not provide further details, including the identities of those arrested or their place of detention.

These actions against Christian converts in Iran occur despite Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Article 18 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, both of which affirm every individual’s right to freedom of religion, including the right to change one’s religion and to express it individually or collectively, publicly or privately.