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Six Teacher Union Activists Arrested Mamasani

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Freedom of Expression, Labor and Guilds, News
Ali Hassan Bahamin, Ali Safari, Ghaffar Dindar, Hojjat Sadat, Rasoul Bodaghi, Shokrollah Ahmadi, حجت سادات, رسول بداقی, شکراله احمدی, علی حسن بهامین, علی صفری, غفار دیندار

HRANA – Six teachers’ union activists were arrested on Friday, September 25, in Mamasani County, Fars province. The individuals were transferred to Nurabad Prison in Mamasani following interrogation.

According to HRANA, citing the Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers’ Trade Associations, the detainees have been identified as Shokrollah Ahmadi, Ali Safari, Ali Hassan Bahamin, Hojjat Sadat, Rasoul Bodaghi and Ghaffar Dindar.

According to the report, around noon on Friday, September 25, 2026, security forces arrived at a location in Mamasani County where the teachers’ union activists had gathered to visit a colleague and arrested them. Following interrogation, the detainees were transferred to Nurabad Prison in Mamasani on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

As of the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the reasons for their arrests or the charges brought against these union activists.

Shokrollah Ahmadi had previously been sentenced by a court to three years, seven months, and 15 days in prison. In January of 2026, he was arrested in connection with nationwide protests in Mamasani and was later released on bail. This teachers’ union activist has also previously faced judicial action because of his activities.

Ali Hassan Bahamin, a teacher and teachers’ union activist from Yasuj, had previously been sentenced by the Primary Board for Reviewing Administrative Violations of Employees of the Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province Department of Education to compulsory retirement with a reduction of two employment grades.

Rasoul Bodaghi has also previously been arrested and served sentences in connection with his union activities.

January 2026 Protests: Mahboubeh Shabani Sentenced to Death

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HRANA, Mahboubeh Shabani, Mashhad, Vakilabad prison

HRANA – Mahboubeh Shabani, one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests who is currently held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad, has been sentenced to death by Branch 1 of the Revolutionary Court of Mashhad.

According to HRANA, Mahboubeh Shabani has been sentenced to death.

According to information received by HRANA, Branch 1 of the Mashhad Revolutionary Court sentenced Mahboubeh Shabani to death on the charge of “taking operational action to strengthen Israel, the United States, and individuals affiliated with opposition groups.”

The sentence was communicated on Saturday to the attorney representing Shabani, who remains incarcerated in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

The court hearing addressing the charges against Ms. Shabani was held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, before the aforementioned judicial branch.

Mahboubeh Shabani was arrested by security forces in Mashhad on February 2, 2026, in connection with the nationwide protests and was subsequently transferred to Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

Background on January 2026 Protests:

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.

Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb Sentenced to Prison in a New Case Filed Against Him While Incarcerated

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Freedom of Expression, News
HRANA, Masoud Farhikhteh, Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb, زرتشت احمدی راغب

HRANA – Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb, a political prisoner held at Karaj Central Penitentiary, has been sentenced by the Karaj Revolutionary Court to one year in prison, as well as a two-year ban on leaving the country and a two-year suspension from government and public services, in connection with a new case opened against him during his imprisonment.

According to HRANA, Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb has been sentenced to imprisonment and additional punishments.

According to information received by HRANA, in a new case opened against Mr. Ahmadi Ragheb during his imprisonment, a branch of the Karaj Revolutionary Court sentenced him to one year in prison. As additional punishments, he was also sentenced to a two-year travel ban and a two-year suspension from government and public services.

Information received by HRANA indicates that Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb continues to be held alongside Masoud Farhikhteh in a separate room adjacent to Ward 16 that lacks basic facilities.

On August 19, 2026, a court hearing addressing the charges against Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb was held via videoconference before a branch of the Karaj Revolutionary Court. During the hearing, Mr. Ahmadi Ragheb defended himself against charges including insulting the Supreme Leader, disrupting public order, and propaganda against the regime through the dissemination of false information.

On November 15, 2025, Mr. Ahmadi Ragheb was transferred from Ghezel Hesar Prison to Karaj Central Penitentiary.

In July 2024, the political prisoner was sentenced to one year in prison and two years of exile in a case opened against him during his imprisonment following a complaint filed by officials at Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj.

Zartosht Ahmadi Ragheb was arrested in March 2023 and, several months later, was sentenced by the Tehran Revolutionary Court to five years and eight months in prison and additional punishments. He had previously faced judicial proceedings and imprisonment in connection with his activities.

Sheida Saberi Arrested in Shiraz

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Adelabad Prison, HRANA, Sheida Saberi

HRANA – Sheida Saberi, a resident of Shiraz, was arrested by Security Police officers on Sunday, September 20, and transferred to Adelabad Prison in the city.

According to HRANA, Sheida Saberi has been arrested in Shiraz.

According to information received by HRANA, Ms. Saberi was arrested by Security Police officers in Shiraz on Sunday, September 20, 2026, and subsequently transferred to Adelabad Prison in the city.

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

Saberi has previously been arrested and faced judicial proceedings in connection with her activities. On October 8, 2022, during the nationwide protests, she was arrested by security forces in Yasuj and was released from the city’s prison on October 11 of the same year.

Najmeh Amini Faces Death Sentence and Over 12 Years in Prison Following Arrest During January Protests

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Executions, Freedom of Expression, News, Prisoners
January 2026 Protests, Mashhad, Najmeh Amini, Vakilabad prison, نجمه امینی

HRANA – Najmeh Amini, arrested during the January 2026 protests, remains incarcerated in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad. The 23-year-old student has been sentenced to more than 12 years in prison and death in two separate cases heard by the Revolutionary Court and the Criminal Court in Mashhad.

According to HRANA, Najmeh Amini is currently being held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

A source close to Amini’s family confirmed this information and told HRANA about the judicial proceedings in her cases: “Following her arrest, she faced two separate legal cases, one heard by the Mashhad Revolutionary Court and the other by Criminal Court One. In the case heard by Criminal Court One, she was sentenced to death on charges of ‘insulting the Prophet.’ Initially, the charge against Ms. Amini in this case was described as ‘insulting the Imams,’ but the charge was subsequently changed during the judicial proceedings.”

The source added: “In a separate case, Branch One of the Mashhad Revolutionary Court sentenced Ms. Amini to a total of 12 years, six months, and one day in prison on charges including ‘acting against national security’ and ‘propaganda against the regime.'”

Recently, in an audio message from Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad, Ms. Amini announced that the judiciary had issued her death sentence on September 16, 2026. In the message, she called on the United Nations, lawyers, human rights activists, and human rights organizations to review her case and demanded her right to a fair trial.

A court hearing concerning Ms. Amini’s charges was held in August of this year at the Mashhad Revolutionary Court. She was tried on charges of “assembly and collusion” and “insulting religious sanctities and the Imams.”

On January 31, 2026, Najmeh Amini was arrested by security forces at Ferdowsi Shopping Center in Mashhad during the January protests. She was subsequently transferred to Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

Najmeh Amini, 23, is an accounting student and a resident of Mashhad.

Background on the January 2026 Protests

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.

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Report on the Execution of a Prisoner in Sepidar Prison, Ahvaz

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ahvaz, Ramshir, Sadegh Mousavi, Sepidar Prison

HRANA – A prisoner who had previously been sentenced to death on murder charges was executed by hanging at Sepidar Prison in Ahvaz on August 24, 2026.

According to HRANA, the news agency of Human Rights Activists in Iran, a prisoner’s death sentence was carried out at Sepidar Prison in Ahvaz.

HRANA has confirmed the identity of the prisoner as Seyed Sadegh Mousavi, 43, married, father of one child, and a resident of Ramshir County. His execution was carried out on August 24, 2026.

Based on information received by HRANA, Mr. Mousavi was arrested approximately four years ago on murder charges and subsequently sentenced to death by a criminal court.

At the time of this report, his execution has not been announced by prison officials or the relevant authorities.

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.

Two Individuals Arrested by Security Forces in Baneh

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News, Other
Azad Rahmati, Baneh, Yousef Rahimi, آزاد رحمتی, بانه, یوسف رحیمی

HRANA – On Wednesday, September 23, Yousef Rahimi and Azad Rahmati, two residents of Baneh, were arrested by security forces in the city and transferred to an undisclosed location.

According to HRANA, citing Kurdpa, Yousef Rahimi and Azad Rahmati were arrested in Baneh.

According to the report, security forces arrested the two men at their respective homes on Wednesday, September 23, without presenting a judicial warrant.

At the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the reasons for their arrest, their whereabouts, or the charges brought against them.

Azad Rahmati is married, has children, and is active in environmental issues. Yousef Rahimi is the head of the Haje Cultural and Literary Association.

Mohammad Ahmadi Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison

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Freedom of Expression, News
Greater Tehran Prison, HRANA, Mohammad Ahmadi

HRANA – Mohammad Ahmadi, a political prisoner held in Greater Tehran Prison who was arrested amid war-related security developments, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA, Mohammad Ahmadi, a prisoner held in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to imprisonment.

Based on information received by HRANA, Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court sentenced Mr. Ahmadi to 16 years in prison on charges of “espionage.” The verdict was communicated to him in prison.

Ahmadi was arrested by security forces amid war-related security developments and subsequently transferred to Greater Tehran Prison.

HRANA is continuing its investigation into the details of his case, including the evidence cited by the court and whether he has had access to a lawyer of his choosing.

Mohammad Naderi Sentenced to Death

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Executions, Freedom of Expression, News
Greater Tehran Prison, HRANA, Mohammad Naderi

HRANA – Mohammad Naderi, a prisoner held in Greater Tehran Prison who was arrested amid war-related security developments, has been sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges of “espionage.”

According to HRANA, Mohammad Naderi, a prisoner held in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to death.

Based on information received by HRANA, Naderi was sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges of “espionage.”

He was arrested by security forces amid war-related security developments and transferred to Greater Tehran Prison.

HRANA’s investigation into the details of his case, including the evidence cited by the court and whether he has had access to a lawyer of his choosing, is ongoing.

Nine Attorneys in Gilan Sentenced to Prison

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Freedom of Expression, News
Gholamhossein Layeghi, Gilan province, Hesam Ahmadpour, HRANA, Kian Taherajaroud, Ladan Asefi-Rad, Masoumeh Pourshahrani, Mohammadreza Tak, Shadi Falahati, Tahereh Pour-Esmaeili

HRANA – Nine attorneys in Gilan Province have been sentenced by Branch 2 of the Rasht Revolutionary Court to a combined 14 years, seven months, and 15 days in prison.

According to HRANA, nine attorneys in Gilan Province have been sentenced to prison in connection with a joint case.

Masoumeh Pourshahrani, Tahereh Pour Esmaeili, Shadi Falahati, Gholamhossein Layeghi, Hesam Ahmadpour, Ladan Asefi-Rad, Mohammadreza Tak, Kian Taherajaroud, and Dalili (first name unknown) were each sentenced by Branch 2 of the Rasht Revolutionary Court to seven months and 15 days in prison on the charge of “propaganda against the regime” and 12 months in prison on the charge of “insulting the Supreme Leader and the founder of the Islamic Republic.”

Based on information received by HRANA, the sentences were issued against the attorneys recently. Another part of their case, concerning the charge of “insulting the sacred,” is also under review by Branch 2 of the Rasht Criminal Court.

Hesam Pourahmadi, Masoumeh Pourshahrani, and Tahereh Pour Esmaeili were arrested by security forces in Rasht during the second week of September 2025 and transferred to Lakan Prison in the city. The three attorneys were released on bail several days later.

Mohammadreza Tak was also arrested by security forces on August 30, 2025, and was released from Lakan Prison in Rasht in the second half of October that year.

Shadi Falahati was arrested by security forces on August 26, 2025, along with several other attorneys in Rasht, and was released sometime later.

HRANA recently published a detailed report titled “A Year of Pressure on Lawyers: At Least 135 Targeted by Judicial and Security Authorities” examining actions taken against attorneys between September 2025 and September 2026. According to data compiled in the report, at least 135 attorneys in Iran faced measures including arrests, summonses, prosecution, prison sentences, bans from practicing law, and travel bans.