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Three Prisoners Executed in Urmia Prison

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HRANA, Javad Ali, Morteza Zichi, Rahman Javan, Urmia prison

HRANA – on Sunday, August 31, the death sentences of three prisoners previously convicted of murder in separate cases were carried out in Urmia Prison.

According to HRANA, the three prisoners executed at dawn on Sunday have been identified as Javad Ali, Rahman Javan, and Morteza Zichi, all residents of Urmia.

Based on information received by HRANA, these individuals had been arrested on murder charges in separate cases and later sentenced to death by criminal courts.

On Saturday, August 30, the three prisoners were transferred to solitary confinement in preparation for their executions. Another prisoner was also moved to solitary for execution but was returned to the general ward after the victim’s family granted consent and forgave him.

As of the time of this report, the executions of these three prisoners have not been announced by prison officials or relevant authorities.

In 2024, according to 812 reports compiled by HRANA, the Iranian regime executed 930 individuals in its prisons—marking the highest number of executions in the past 12 years. Despite the scale of these executions, prison officials and other relevant authorities publicly acknowledged only 6% of them, highlighting the regime’s lack of transparency and accountability.

Ghezel Hesar Prison, Karaj: Eight Prisoners Transferred to Solitary Confinement for Execution

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Ghezel Hesar prison, HRANA, Karaj

HRANA – Yesterday, eight prisoners in Ghezel Hesar Prison, Karaj, who had previously been sentenced to death on drug-related charges, were transferred to solitary confinement in preparation for the implementation of their sentences.

Based on information received by HRANA, these prisoners had been arrested on drug-related charges and later sentenced to death by Revolutionary Courts.

HRANA is currently working to confirm the identities of the prisoners.

It is noteworthy that simultaneously with their transfer, the execution of Soleiman Koushki—who had also been sentenced to death on similar charges—was carried out in this prison.

According to HRANA’s monthly report, 153 people were executed in Iran last month. With eight months having passed in the current year, the number of executions has reached 837, which, compared to 930 executions in the entire previous year, reflects a concerning rise.

Execution of Two Prisoners in Adelabad Prison, Shiraz

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Adelabad Prison, Arman Reyhani, Esmaeil Delavar, HRANA, Shiraz

HRANA – At dawn yesterday, Sunday, the death sentences of two prisoners previously convicted of murder were carried out in Adelabad Prison, Shiraz.

According to HRANA, the two prisoners were executed at dawn on Sunday, August 31. HRANA has confirmed their identities as Esmaeil Delavar and Arman Reyhani.

Based on information received by HRANA, the two had been arrested on murder charges and later sentenced to death by criminal courts.

As of the time of this report, prison authorities and responsible institutions have not announced these executions.

According to HRANA’s statistics, in 2024, Adelabad Prison in Shiraz witnessed the execution of 92 inmates — an 88% increase compared to the previous year. This sharp rise places Adelabad as the second deadliest prison in Iran after Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj.

Oshnavieh Revolutionary Court Sentences Three Citizens to 10 Years in Prison

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Omid Ebrahimi, Oshnavieh, Rashid Faghizadeh, Yaser Sharifian

HRANA – The Revolutionary Court of Oshnavieh has sentenced three local citizens, Yaser Sharifian, Rashid Faghizadeh, and Omid Ebrahimi, to a combined total of 10 years in prison.

According to Kolbar News, the court sentenced Omid Ebrahimi to five years in prison on charges of acting against national security, propaganda against the regime, and alleged collaboration with an opposition party. Yaser Sharifian was handed a four-year sentence on similar charges, including propaganda and actions against the regime as well as collaboration with an opposition party. Rashid Faghizadeh received a one-year sentence for “spreading misinformation” and “disturbing public opinion.”

Ebrahimi and Sharifian were released from Oshnavieh Prison on June 1, 2025. Faghizadeh had previously been released on bail on May 18.

Sharifian and Ebrahimi were initially arrested by security forces in Oshnavieh on May 7 and transferred to the city’s prison. On the same day, Faghizadeh was also arrested and later transferred to Oshnavieh Prison.

Ebrahimi has a prior record of arrest related to his activities.

Monthly Report – August 2025: Human Rights Situation in Iran

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HRANA- This report offers a brief overview of human rights violations in Iran during August. Key concerns this month include a sharp rise in executions compared to the previous two months, the continuation of public executions, the extraction of forced confessions, and heavy prison sentences handed down to Teacher union activists and members of religious minorities.

Executions

During the month of August, prisons in Iran witnessed the execution of 153 individuals, including 5 women—an increase of 40 percent compared to the previous month. With eight months having passed in the current year, the number of executions has reached 837, which, compared to 930 executions in the entire previous year, reflects a concerning rise.

The gender of 8 of these executed prisoners remains unknown, highlighting the lack of transparency in Iran’s judicial system. Two individuals were executed in public, and 8 Afghan nationals are among those executed.

The number of those executed, broken down by charges, is as follows: 87 individuals were executed on drug-related charges, 60 for murder, 2 for rape, 1 for “corruption on earth,” 1 on security-related charges, and the charge of 1 individual remains unknown.

In addition, Iran’s judiciary sentenced 9 individuals to death. The Supreme Court’s upholding of the death sentences for Sharifeh Mohammadi and Babak Shahbazi was also among the alarming developments concerning political prisoners this month.

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Prisoners’ Rights

This month, HRANA received numerous reports of violations of prisoners’ rights, particularly those of political and ideological prisoners. The recorded instances of violations are as follows: 46 cases of punitive transfers to solitary confinement, including 14 cases of prolonged solitary confinement; 70 cases of holding detainees and prisoners in limbo regarding judicial proceedings; 38 cases of families not being informed about the prisoner’s situation; 13 cases of denial of adequate medical treatment; 9 cases of preventing prisoners from accessing a lawyer; 26 cases of threats and pressure against prisoners; and 2 reports of the broadcasting of forced confessions of defendants. One case of death in prison and one case of suicide were also reported.

As a result of this pressure, fourteen prisoners went on hunger strike.

Extracting forced confessions from political and ideological defendants, followed by broadcasting them on state television, is one of the regime’s routine practices against its opponents. In 2024, HRANA documented 28 cases of forced confessions. This month as well, Iran’s state television aired the forced confessions of a group of Christian converts.

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Kolbars and Fuel Carriers

This month, indiscriminate shootings by military and security forces left five people dead and seven others injured. The fatalities included three kolbars and two fuel carriers—impoverished individuals who transport goods or small amounts of fuel to make a living. Among the injured were five kolbars and one fuel carrier.
Additionally, landmine explosions left 15 people dead and injured.

Freedom of Thought and Expression

During August, 73 citizens were arrested by security forces for expressing their opinions and beliefs. Among these were the arrest of Ehsan Rostami, a cultural activist in Tehran, and the arrest of Morteza Damour, the father of Vahid Damour, one of those killed during the November 2019 protests, in Karaj.

In connection with the same charges, 14 people were summoned to intelligence agencies, and 11 were summoned to court.

Additionally, 27 individuals were collectively sentenced to a total of 658 months in prison, 132 months of exile, and 130 lashes for expressing their beliefs and opinions.

HRANA also documented two reports of home searches, 8 trials, 12 interrogations, and 11 arrests carried out without a warrant.

Finally, six protest gatherings were held in this regard.

Workers’ Rights

This month, security agencies arrested three workers, including two employed at Razi Petrochemical. There was also a report of one worker being beaten by security forces.

Workplace accidents during this month claimed the lives of 33 workers and injured 66 others, including the poisoning of 16 petrochemical workers in Asaluyeh.

In August, guilds and unions held 57 protest gatherings, along with one reported strike.

Additionally, 25 prison sentences were issued against labor activists, including eight teacher union activists in Kerman Province. Another case concerns teachers’ union activist Abolfazl Khoran, who was sentenced to one year in prison and 74 lashes in a new case while already serving his sentence.
These sentences amounted to a total of 163 months in prison, 60 months of exile, 74 lashes, and 14 cases of social rights deprivations.

Women’s Rights

HRANA’s reports show that in August, seven women were murdered, one woman was the victim of an acid attack carried out by her brother, and 12 cases of rape were recorded.

Harassment of women in relation to compulsory hijab also continued. In one case, two teenage girls were arrested following an altercation with a hijab enforcer.

Children’s Rights

This month, HRANA reported six cases of child homicide, including the murder of a nine-year-old child in Shaft, Gilan Province. One case of sexual abuse was also recorded, along with four child deaths and 19 injuries resulting from government officials’ negligence.

Security forces arrested three teenagers this month, including Voria Amiri, a 16-year-old from Sarpol-e Zahab.

Religious Minorities

This month, judicial and security pressures on religious minorities showed an increase. Through seven sentencing cases, religious minorities received a total of 504 months in prison, with two sentences carried out.

The most notable example was the confirmation by the Hamedan Province Court of Appeals of more than 38 years of prison sentences against six Baháʼí women.

Additionally, 17 cases of home searches were reported, including raids on the homes and businesses of 10 Baháʼí citizens in Isfahan by IRGC intelligence.

Three members of religious minorities were also arrested this month, and one case of physical assault was reported.

Ethnic Rights

This month, 11 ethnic activists were arrested, with security forces presenting an arrest warrant in only one case. In addition, one individual was sentenced to nine months in prison.

Inhuman Punishment

This month, the judiciary issued a sentence of 204 lashes, and in Hamedan, police forces publicly humiliated and paraded a defendant. Additionally, 19 people were arrested for attending a private party.

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Execution of Four Prisoners in Ghezel Hesar Prison in Recent Days

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HRANA, Mehdi Raoufi, Soleiman Koushki

HRANA-Over the past Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, four prisoners were executed on drug-related charges in Ghezel Hesar Prison.

On Thursday, August 28, the death sentence of a prisoner named Mehdi Raoufi was carried out. He had previously been sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court. On Saturday, two more prisoners were executed in this prison. HRANA has confirmed their identities as Ahmadali Mehripour and Hamid Kakavand.

Finally, on Sunday, Soleiman Koushki was executed. He, too, had previously been sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court.

As of the time of this report, the execution of these prisoners has not been announced by prison officials or relevant authorities.

According to HRANA’s statistics, Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj carried out the highest number of executions among all Iranian prisons, with 150 inmates hanged. This figure has nearly doubled compared to the previous year – a deeply alarming increase that underscores the escalating use of capital punishment in Iran.

Ilam: Mohammad Younesi Sentenced to Over 4 Years in Prison

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Dehloran, Ilam, Mohammad Younesi

HRANA News Agency – Mohammad Younesi, a nurse residing in Dehloran, has been sentenced to four years and three months in prison by Branch 2 of the Revolutionary Court of Ilam.

Based on a ruling recently issued and communicated to Mr. Younesi by Branch 2 of the Revolutionary Court of Ilam, he has been sentenced to seven months in prison on the charge of propaganda against the regime, and three years and eight months in prison on the charge of propaganda activities in favor of, endorsement of, or strengthening Israel. Posts published on Mr. Younesi’s Instagram account were cited as evidence for these charges.

On July 11, Mohammad Younesi was released from Ilam Prison after posting bail. He had previously been arrested earlier in July by security forces.

Mohammad Younesi, a nurse residing in Dehloran, has also faced previous convictions due to his activities.

A Female Prisoner Executed in Abhar Prison

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Abhar Prison, HRANA

HRANA – At dawn on Thursday, August 28, the death sentence of a female prisoner previously convicted of murder was carried out in Abhar Prison.

HRANA has identified the prisoner who was hanged at dawn on Thursday, August 28, as Banoo Moghaddam, 60 years old. Based on information received by HRANA, Ms. Moghaddam had been arrested earlier on charges of murdering her son-in-law and later sentenced to death by the Criminal Court. She was also suffering from mental health issues at the time of her arrest.

As of the time of this report, the execution of this prisoner has not been announced by prison officials or the responsible authorities.

In 2024, according to 812 reports compiled by HRANA, the Iranian regime executed 930 individuals in its prisons—marking the highest number of executions in the past 12 years. Despite the scale of these executions, prison officials and other relevant authorities publicly acknowledged only 6% of them, highlighting the regime’s lack of transparency and accountability.

Report on the Execution of a Prisoner in Aligudarz Prison

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Aligudarz, Khuzestan, Mohammadreza Moridan

HRANA – At dawn on Tuesday, August 26, the death sentence of a prisoner previously convicted of murder was carried out in Aligudarz Prison.

HRANA has identified the executed prisoner as Mohammadreza Moridan, a resident of Khuzestan. Based on information received by HRANA, Mr. Moridan had been arrested in 2021 on charges of murder and later sentenced to death by the Criminal Court.

As of the time of this report, the execution of this prisoner has not been announced by prison officials or the responsible authorities.

In 2024, according to 812 reports compiled by HRANA, the Iranian regime executed 930 individuals in its prisons—marking the highest number of executions in the past 12 years. Despite the scale of these executions, prison officials and other relevant authorities publicly acknowledged only 6% of them, highlighting the regime’s lack of transparency and accountability.

A Prisoner Executed in Sanandaj Prison

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HRANA, Sajad Gholizadeh, Sajad Qolizadeh, Sanandaj Prison, سجاد قلی زاده

HRANA– At dawn on Wednesday, August 27, the death sentence of a prisoner previously convicted of murder was carried out in Sanandaj Prison.

HRANA has identified the prisoner who was hanged at dawn on Wednesday, August 27, as Sajad Gholizadeh. Based on information received by HRANA, he had been arrested in 2021 on charges of murder and later sentenced to death by the Criminal Court. In 2020, during a burglary, he allegedly killed the homeowner.

As of the time of this report, the execution of this prisoner has not been announced by prison officials or the responsible authorities.

In 2024, according to 812 reports compiled by HRANA, the Iranian regime executed 930 individuals in its prisons—marking the highest number of executions in the past 12 years. Despite the scale of these executions, prison officials and other relevant authorities publicly acknowledged only 6% of them, highlighting the regime’s lack of transparency and accountability.