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Dariush Rahimi Arrested in Sanandaj

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Dariush Rahimi, HRANA, Sanandaj, داریوش رحیمی

HRANA – On Saturday, August 15, Dariush Rahimi, a resident of Sanandaj, was arrested by security forces at his home. His whereabouts remain unknown.

According to HRANA, Dariush Rahimi was arrested in Sanandaj.

Based on information received by HRANA, on Saturday, August 15, security forces entered Rahimi’s home without presenting a judicial warrant and arrested him using violence and physical force. During the arrest, agents also confiscated mobile phones belonging to Mr. Rahimi and his wife.

As of the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the reasons for Dariush Rahimi’s arrest, the charges against him, the agency responsible for his arrest, or his place of detention.

Mr. Rahimi has previously faced judicial action. With no information available about his current condition, his family and relatives have expressed concern for his well-being.

Younes Azadbar Arrested in Rasht

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HRANA, IRGC Intelligence, Rasht, Younes Azadbar, یونس آزادبر

HRANA– Yesterday, Younes Azadbar, a resident of Rasht, was arrested and transferred to one of the detention facilities in the city.

According to HRANA, Younes Azadbar has been arrested.

Mr. Azadbar was arrested this morning, Sunday, August 16, following a protest gathering by retirees in Rasht. The arrest was carried out by agents of the IRGC Intelligence Organization. Following his arrest, he was transferred to Detention Facility No. 2 in the city.

Mehrad Azadbar, Younes Azadbar’s son, stated that the case investigator has set bail at 1.5 billion tomans for his father’s release. He also said that Mr. Azadbar, who suffers from epilepsy and heart problems, has been denied access to his medications while in detention.

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

Younes Azadbar, 62, is a resident of Sangar, a city in Rasht County. He has previously faced arrest and judicial convictions in connection with his activities.

January 2026 Protests: Shahram Sadeghi Executed

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HRANA, January 2026 Protests, Shahram Sadeghi, شهرام صادقی

HRANA – The Judiciary’s Media Center announced that Shahram Sadeghi, one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests in Karaj, was executed at dawn today. He had previously been sentenced by the Karaj Revolutionary Court to death and confiscation of his property on the charge of “carrying out operational activities on behalf of Israel, the United States, and hostile countries against national security and interests.”

According to HRANA, citing Mizan, Shahram Sadeghi, one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, was executed today, Sunday, August 16.

According to the report, Mr. Sadeghi was arrested and prosecuted in connection with the events of January 8, 2026, near Golzar Intersection in Karaj. The Judiciary-affiliated media outlet claimed that on that day, he drove his vehicle toward a number of law enforcement officers, injuring seven of them. According to the same report, one of the injured officers was in a coma for a period of time.

Mizan News Agency reported that following the incident, Shahram Sadeghi set his vehicle on fire and fled the scene. He was arrested some time later by law enforcement forces in Alborz Province while, according to the outlet’s claim, he was hiding under a false identity at a drug rehabilitation center.

According to the Judiciary, following the completion of the investigation, an indictment was issued against Shahram Sadeghi, and his case was heard by the Karaj Revolutionary Court in the presence of an attorney. The court sentenced him to death and the confiscation of all his property on the charge of “carrying out operational activities on behalf of Israel, the United States, and hostile groups and countries, pursuant to Article 1 of the Law on Intensifying Punishment for Espionage and Cooperation with Israel and Hostile Countries Against National Security and Interests.”

After Mr. Sadeghi and his attorney appealed the ruling, the case was referred to the Supreme Court for review. According to the Judiciary, the Supreme Court upheld the sentence, which was carried out early this morning.

The report did not provide details regarding how the court proceedings were conducted or whether Mr. Sadeghi had access to a fair trial.

Sepehr Amirzadeh, Detained During January Protests, Sentenced to Death

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Dastgerd Prison, HRANA, Isfahan, moharebeh, Sepehr Amirzadeh, سپهر امیرزاده

HRANA – Sepehr Amirzadeh, one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests and currently held in Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan, has been sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court on the charge of “moharebeh” (enmity against God).

According to HRANA, Sepehr Amirzadeh, who was arrested during the January 2026 protests, has been sentenced to death.

Based on information received by HRANA, Mr. Amirzadeh was sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court on the charge of “moharebeh” (enmity against God). His case is currently under review by the Supreme Court.

Mr. Amirzadeh was arrested by security forces at his home in Isfahan on January 13, 2026, in connection with nationwide protests. After undergoing interrogation, he was transferred to Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan, where he remains incarcerated.

HRANA’s investigation into the details of the case, including the specific acts underlying the charge brought against him, is ongoing.

Sepehr Amirzadeh, aged approximately 23, is originally from Ramhormoz, Khuzestan Province. He is an instructor and musician who plays the ney-anban, a traditional Iranian bagpipe, and resides in Isfahan.

Female Prisoner Dies in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad Following Lack of Medical Care

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HRANA, Mashhad, Taktam Ramezani, Vakilabad prison, تکتم رمضانی

HRANA – Taktam Ramezani, a prisoner convicted of non-political offenses and held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad, died in the prison following a ruptured gallbladder and delays in receiving medical care and being transferred to a hospital.

According to HRANA, a prisoner held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad died due to a lack of timely medical care.

The prisoner, identified by HRANA as 37-year-old Taktam Ramezani, had been convicted of non-political offenses.

According to reports received by HRANA, Ms. Ramezani died in Ward 2 of Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, following a ruptured gallbladder and delays in her transfer to a hospital. During the four days preceding her death, she suffered from severe pain in the gallbladder area. Despite repeated requests for medical attention, she was denied transfer to a hospital and access to appropriate medical treatment.

Ms. Ramezani had been arrested some time earlier on drug-related charges and was serving her sentence in Ward 2 of Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad. She also worked in the prison collecting garbage.

Under the regulations of Iran’s Prisons Organization, all prisoners are entitled to healthcare and medical services. The regulations stipulate that prisoners must undergo regular medical examinations and, when urgent treatment is required, be transferred to specialized hospitals. In practice, however, numerous reports indicate that prisoners are frequently denied this fundamental right.

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Nasrin Kabiri Serving 10-Year Prison Sentence in Isfahan

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Dowlatabad Prison, HRANA, Isfahan, Nasrin Kabiri, Zahra Kabiri

HRANA – Nasrin (Zahra) Kabiri, a political prisoner, is currently serving her prison sentence in Dowlatabad Prison in Isfahan. Last year, she was sentenced by the judiciary to 10 years in prison.

According to HRANA, Nasrin Kabiri is currently incarcerated in Dowlatabad Prison in Isfahan.

Based on information received by HRANA, Ms. Kabiri is serving her 10-year prison sentence in Ward 2 for convicted prisoners at Dowlatabad Prison in Isfahan. Last year, the judiciary sentenced her to 10 years in prison on the charge of “espionage for Israel.”

An informed source close to the family of the political prisoner confirmed the matter to HRANA and said: “Ms. Kabiri, who is the mother of two young children, has not been granted furlough to date, despite having served approximately one year of her sentence.”

At the time of this report, no information has been obtained regarding the specific acts underlying the charge of “espionage for Israel,” on the basis of which Ms. Kabiri was handed a lengthy prison sentence. HRANA’s efforts to obtain further information in this regard are ongoing.

Ms. Kabiri was arrested by security forces in Isfahan in July 2025, in connection with the 12-day war.

Nasrin (Zahra) Kabiri is a resident of Isfahan and the mother of two children, approximately six and eight years old.

One Prisoner Executed in Isfahan Prison; Number of Executions in Zanjan Prison Rises to Two

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Aref Karimian, Dastgerd Prison, HRANA, Isfahan, Payam Pakzad, Zanjan Prison

HRANA – The death sentence of a prisoner who had previously been sentenced to death on a murder charge was carried out on Tuesday, August 11, at Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan. Additionally, with confirmation of the execution of another prisoner convicted of murder, the number of prisoners executed at Zanjan Prison on Saturday, August 8, has risen to two.

According to HRANA, citing Iran Human Rights Organization, the death sentence of a prisoner was carried out at Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan on the morning of Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

The prisoner has been identified as Aref Karimian, 38, a resident of Khomeini Shahr and father of one child.

According to the report, Mr. Karimian was arrested four years ago on a murder charge involving an honor-related motive and was subsequently sentenced to death by a judicial authority.

Number of Prisoners Executed at Zanjan Prison Rises to Two

According to another report by Iran Human Rights Organization, another prisoner was executed at Zanjan Prison on the morning of Saturday, August 8, 2026.

The prisoner has been identified as Payam Pakzad, 41, a native of Bojnurd, father of four children, and resident of the Shahrak-e Shohada neighborhood in Zanjan.

According to the report, Mr. Pakzad, who worked as a construction worker, became involved in an altercation with another person three years ago while working on a construction project. Following the altercation, which resulted in the other person’s death, he was arrested on a murder charge and subsequently sentenced to death by a judicial authority.

The execution of another prisoner, Yousef Bagheri, which was carried out at the same prison on the same day, had previously been reported.

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

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.

Writer Amin Masouri Arrested to Serve One-Year Prison Sentence

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Amin Masouri, HRANA, Khorramabad Prison, امین ماسوری

HRANA – Amin Masouri, a writer and researcher, was arrested on Sunday, August 9, to begin serving his prison sentence and was transferred to Khorramabad Prison.

According to HRANA, Amin Masouri’s prison sentence has been enforced.

Based on information received by HRANA, on Sunday, August 9, Amin Masouri was arrested to begin serving his prison sentence and transferred to Khorramabad Prison.

In February, 2026, Branch 1 of the Khorramabad Revolutionary Court sentenced Mr. Masouri to one year in prison and two years of exile in Sarakhs County.

Masouri was arrested in Khorramabad by Ministry of Intelligence agents in August of last year and, after some time, was transferred to Parsilon Prison in the city. He was ultimately released from Parsilon Prison on September 14, 2025, after posting bail of 500 million tomans.

Amin Masouri has previously faced arrest and judicial action in connection with his activities.

Shahoo Zirak Arrested by Security Forces in Mashhad

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Ebrahim Zirak, Mashhad, Shahoo Zirak, شاهو زیرک

HRANA – On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, Shahoo (Ebrahim) Zirak, a resident of Mashhad, was arrested by security forces. His whereabouts remain unknown.

According to HRANA, Shahoo (Ebrahim) Zirak was arrested in Mashhad.

Based on information received by HRANA, Zirak was arrested by security forces in Mashhad around noon on Wednesday, August 12. His family has so far been unable to obtain any information regarding his place of detention.

As of the time of this report, no information is available regarding the reasons for his arrest or the charges brought against him.

Shahoo (Ebrahim) Zirak is married, has two children, and resides in Mashhad.

Leila Moallemi Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

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HRANA, Leila Moallemi, Mashhad, Vakilabad prison, لیلا معلمی

HRANA – Leila Moallemi, a resident of Mashhad who is currently incarcerated in Vakilabad Prison, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Revolutionary Court of Mashhad.

According to HRANA, Leila Moallemi has been sentenced to imprisonment.

Based on information received by HRANA, the Revolutionary Court of Mashhad sentenced Moallemi to 10 years in prison. A source close to her family, confirming the news to HRANA, said: “The sentence was communicated to Leila in prison some time ago. The sentence was issued in connection with her sending a voice message and providing information to a media outlet based outside Iran during the war.”

Ms. Moallemi was arrested by security forces in Mashhad on May 28, 2026, and subsequently transferred to Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

HRANA’s investigation into further details of the case, including the charges brought against her and the judicial authority that issued the sentence, remains ongoing.

Leila Moallemi is originally from Bandar Abbas and resides in Mashhad.