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Judicial Cases Opened Against 40 Citizens in Shemiranat for Using Starlink Internet

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HRANA – The commander of the Al-Ghadir Basij District in Shemiranat, Tehran province, announced that since March 21, 2026, 40 Starlink satellite internet devices have been discovered in the county, and judicial cases have been opened against their owners.

According to HRANA, citing IRNA, judicial cases have been opened against 40 citizens in Shemiranat for possessing Starlink satellite internet equipment.

The commander of the Al-Ghadir Basij Resistance District in Lavasan and Rudbar-e Qasran, Shemiranat, stated that since March 21, 2026, 40 Starlink satellite internet devices have been discovered in villas, recreational complexes, and eco-lodges located in Lavasan, Oushan, Fasham, and Meygun.

According to Hassan Pourqorban, judicial cases have been filed against the owners of the confiscated devices, and they have been referred to the judicial authorities.

Two Citizens Arrested in Tehran, Starlink Equipment Confiscated

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HRANA – Tehran’s Police Commander announced the arrest of two citizens in the western and northern parts of the city on charges described as “sending information and collaborating with anti-state networks.” During the operation, their Starlink satellite internet equipment was also confiscated.

According to Fars News Agency, two citizens were arrested in Tehran. Regarding the arrests, Tehran’s Police Commander claimed: “These individuals, under the cover of media activity, were collecting and transmitting classified information related to the country’s vital, sensitive military and intelligence centers to networks opposed to the regime.”

According to the police commander, the citizens’ communication channel with contacts outside the country was established through satellite internet and Starlink equipment, which was seized at the time of their arrest.

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

In recent months, amid the continuation of widespread internet restrictions in Iran, security agencies have increasingly linked the use of Starlink satellite internet to security-related accusations. In this context, reports have emerged from various parts of the country regarding arrests and judicial actions against users of such equipment.

Tehran Resident Arrested Over Alleged Starlink Use

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HRANA – Tehran’s Greater Police Command announced the arrest of one individual in the Chitgar area of Tehran. Police claim that the person used Starlink satellite internet equipment to transfer information regarding impact locations during the recent military conflict to networks opposed to the government.

According to Rokna, the Information Center of Tehran’s Greater Police Command announced the arrest of one person. The statement claimed that the arrest followed reports of “suspicious movements” at the individual’s residence. Police stated that after conducting field investigations and identifying the suspect, officers arrested the individual during an operation.

According to police claims, a search of the citizen’s residence led to the seizure of several communication devices and a Starlink receiver. Authorities also alleged that during interrogations, the accused admitted to using the equipment for the “collection and transfer of information.”

The report did not mention the exact date of the arrest, the identity of the detainee, or their place of detention.

In recent months, amid continuing internet restrictions in Iran, multiple reports have emerged regarding judicial and security measures against users of Starlink satellite internet services. In some cases, the Islamic Republic’s security institutions have linked the use of such equipment to security-related accusations.

10 Citizens Arrested for Using Starlink in Qom

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HRANA – The head of the Cyber Police (FATA) in Qom Province announced the arrest of 10 citizens over what he described as the use of Starlink satellite internet.

According to Tasnim, the law enforcement official stated that the reason for the arrests was the use of Starlink satellite internet, adding that several Starlink devices were also seized from the accused.

He classified Starlink satellite internet equipment as “anti-security goods” and warned that authorities would take serious action against those in possession of such devices.

The report does not provide any information about the identities of those arrested, the location of their arrest or detention, or the charges brought against them.

At least 37 Citizens Arrested Across Multiple Provinces

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HRANA – At least one citizen in Tehran, five in West Azerbaijan, 28 in Sistan and Baluchestan, and three others in Semirom were arrested by security forces in connection with the war.

According to Tasnim, the Greater Tehran Police Information Center stated that the citizen was arrested for “operating under the cover of a trading company to illegally procure and use satellite equipment, including Starlink, and to establish communication with foreign countries.” A Starlink satellite device was also confiscated from him at the same time.

According to Mehr News Agency, the IRGC Intelligence Organization in West Azerbaijan announced that in the past 48 hours, five individuals had been identified and arrested on charges of links to the Mossad intelligence service and the Iran International network.

According to IRIB, the Ministry of Intelligence reported the arrest of 28 individuals along the borders of Sistan and Baluchestan Province, claiming that they were connected to “takfiri groups.” According to the ministry, some of those arrested had intended to carry out sabotage operations, and five others were also arrested on charges of sending information about certain locations to a media outlet affiliated with Israel. The ministry added that weapons, hand grenades, and several pieces of Starlink satellite internet equipment were discovered and confiscated during the operation.

According to Shahr News Agency, the police commander of Semirom announced the identification and arrest of three individuals by officers of the command’s intelligence organization. According to him, these individuals were arrested for communicating with anti-government networks and sending information and images of certain locations abroad.

The reports did not mention the identities of those arrested or their place of detention.

It should be noted that the military attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran began on February 28, 2026. Since the beginning of these attacks, HRANA has been documenting and recording related incidents across different parts of the country on a daily basis. For more information, you can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the thirty-fourth day of the conflict, which was published last night.

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Report on the Arrest of 113 Citizens in Tehran and Kashan

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HRANA – The IRGC Intelligence Organization in Tehran announced the arrest of 103 citizens since the beginning of the war and stated that action has also been taken against 16 holders of Starlink devices and 400 sellers of cyber circumvention tools. Meanwhile, 10 citizens in Kashan were arrested by IRGC Intelligence forces for chanting slogans in support of parties involved in the war with Iran.

According to IRIB, the IRGC Intelligence Organization in Tehran reported the arrest of 103 citizens since the start of the war. The statement added that four individuals had intended to carry out “sabotage on Tehran’s electricity network infrastructure” but were identified and arrested. Five individuals affiliated with an opposition group, who allegedly “intended to make the streets unsafe,” were also detained by agents. Additionally, five citizens were arrested for “armed attacks on checkpoint patrols.” Another 90 citizens were detained for sending coordinates of sensitive locations and images of impact sites to foreign media outlets.

In another part of the statement, without specifying the nature of the measures taken, it was noted that action had also been taken against 16 holders of Starlink devices and 400 sellers of cyber circumvention tools.

Separately, Mehr News Agency, quoting the Prosecutor of Kashan, reported that early this morning, 10 individuals were arrested by IRGC Intelligence forces for chanting slogans in support of parties involved in the war with Iran.

The reports did not mention the identities of the detainees or their place of detention.

It is worth noting that military attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran began on February 28, 2026. Since the start of these attacks, HRANA has been documenting and recording related events across different parts of the country on a daily basis. For further information, you can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the twenty-seventh day of the conflict, published last night.

Six Citizens Arrested in Yazd for Using Starlink Equipment

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HRANA – Domestic media have reported the arrest of six citizens in Yazd over what has been described as “using Starlink equipment and sending news to foreign media outlets.” Additionally, 61 bank accounts linked to these individuals have been frozen.

According to Mehr, Ahmad Negahban, the commander of the Law Enforcement Forces in Yazd Province, stated that these individuals were detained for “using Starlink equipment.”

He added that during inspections by law enforcement forces, six Starlink devices were discovered and confiscated from these citizens. Furthermore, 61 bank accounts belonging to them have been blocked.

According to Negahban, the arrested individuals were “sending news and information to foreign media and selling internet services.”

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

It is worth noting that U.S. and Israeli military attacks on Iran began on February 28, 2026 . Since the start of these attacks, HRANA has been documenting and recording related developments across the country on a daily basis. For more information, readers can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the 26th day of the conflict, published last night.

Report on the Arrest of Several Individuals in Fars and Lorestan Provinces

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HRANA – The deputy commander of the Law Enforcement Forces in Fars Province announced that a citizen was arrested for setting up a network in several provinces across the country to sell unfiltered internet via Starlink. Meanwhile, IRGC Intelligence reported the arrest of several citizens in Fars Province for what it described as “sending images to a foreign-based media outlet.” The Lorestan Police Information Center also announced that seven citizens in the province were arrested on charges of espionage.

According to Mehr News Agency, a citizen was arrested in Shiraz. Regarding the case, the deputy commander of the Fars Provincial Police stated that the 37-year-old citizen was arrested for establishing a network across several provinces in order to sell unfiltered internet via Starlink. The individual’s Starlink device and related equipment were also discovered and confiscated.

In a separate development, the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB) News Agency published a statement from the IRGC Intelligence announcing that several citizens in Fars Province were arrested for “sending images to a foreign-based media outlet.”

The statement claimed that the individuals were collecting images on the social media platform Telegram under the title “Leon” and sending them to the Iran International network. It alleged that by broadcasting these images they intended to provoke public opinion and incite unrest in the streets. The organization also described the detainees as being connected to one of the groups opposed to the government.

According to Fars News Agency, the Lorestan Police Information Center reported the arrest of seven citizens in the province on charges of espionage. According to the statement, the individuals had taken photographs of certain locations.

Although countering espionage is not considered a violation of human rights, given the Iranian government’s record of instrumentally using such accusations to confront political opponents, these kinds of claims, particularly when details and the judicial process remain unclear—are consistently viewed with skepticism.

The reports did not mention the date of the arrests or the identities of the detainees.

Since February 28, Iranian territory has been targeted by military attacks carried out by Israel and the United States. For more information, see HRANA’s report on the thirteenth day following the start of these attacks, published last night.