HRANA – During the nationwide protests, Zahra (Sara) Hedayati and Mohammadrasoul Babasafari, a dentist, in Isfahan, and Setareh Shariati in Rudsar were arrested by security forces. At present, Ms. Shariati is being held in Lakan Prison in Rasht, while Ms. Hedayati and Mr. Babasafari are being held in Dowlatabad Prison and Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan, respectively.

HRANA has verified the identities of these citizens as Zahra (Sara) Hedayati and Mohammadrasoul Babasafari, both 36 years old, residents of Isfahan, with Mr. Babasafari being a dentist, and Setareh Shariati, 26 years old, a resident of Rudsar.

A knowledgeable source, confirming the news to HRANA, stated: “Ms. Hedayati and Mr. Babasafari were arrested by security forces on Towhid Street in the city of Isfahan. Zahra was then transferred to Dowlatabad Prison, and Mohammadrasoul to Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan.”

According to information received by HRANA, Setareh Shariati was also arrested by security forces during the protests in the city of Rudsar. She is currently being held in Lakan Prison in Rasht.

As of the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the charges brought against these citizens.

It is worth noting that gatherings and strikes by shopkeepers and bazaar merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28, and after two days expanded beyond bazaars and commercial centers. With the participation of students, citizens, and various social groups, these protests turned into one of the most widespread protests of recent years. Following the crackdown on the protests by law enforcement and security forces, thousands have been killed or injured, and tens of thousands have been arrested or summoned by security institutions. For more information, you can refer to HRANA’s detailed report on the fortieth day since the start of the protests, which was published last night.