HRANA – Omran Amani, a 21-year-old prisoner held in the Greater Tehran Prison and one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, has been sentenced to death by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges of “moharebeh” (enmity against God).

According to HRANA, Omran Amani has been sentenced to death. The sentence was issued by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari, and communicated to Amani in prison on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Under the ruling, the 21-year-old was sentenced to death on charges of “moharebeh” (waging war against God).

Omran Amani, a native of Kurdistan Province, had previously moved to Tehran in search of employment. He was arrested by security forces during the nationwide protests of January 2026 and is currently held in the Greater Tehran Prison.

HRANA is investigating further details regarding the specific allegations underlying the charge against him and the legal proceedings in his case.

Background on January 2026 Protests:

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.