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Political Prisoner Varisheh Moradi Sentenced to Death for the Second Time

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Abolghasem Salavati, HRANA, Varisheh Moradi, وریشه مرادی

HRANA – Varisheh Moradi, a political prisoner held at Evin Prison, has been sentenced to death for the second time by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court. She had previously been sentenced to death by the same court, but the Supreme Court overturned the verdict and referred the case to a parallel branch for retrial.

According to HRANA, citing Emtedad, political prisoner Varisheh Moradi has once again been sentenced to death.

Amir Sajjadi, one of Moradi’s lawyers, provided details of the ruling, stating: “Following the receipt of a notice from Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, one of Ms. Moradi’s lawyers appeared before the court today, October 14, 2026, and was formally notified of the verdict. According to the ruling, which can be appealed to the Supreme Court within 20 days, Ms. Moradi has once again been sentenced to death on charges of membership in a rebel group.”

Keyvan Azizi, another of Moradi’s lawyers, also criticized the ruling, stating: “This verdict was issued despite the fact that the previous death sentence handed down by Branch 15 of the Revolutionary Court against Varisheh Moradi had been overturned by the Supreme Court due to serious concerns regarding the investigation. Unfortunately, without conducting the investigations requested by the Supreme Court, the same branch merely changed the designation of the charge and once again sentenced her to death for membership in a rebel group.”

Sajjadi further stated, “In the view of her lawyers, there is insufficient credible evidence to substantiate such a charge against Ms. Moradi.” He added: “Varisheh Moradi has never participated in any operation against the Islamic Republic of Iran. Her activities were related to her involvement in the fight against ISIS in northern Syria and had no connection to the Islamic Republic of Iran.”

In November 2024, Ms. Moradi had previously been sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, on the charge of baghi (armed rebellion). Late last year, her death sentence was overturned by the Supreme Court, and her case was referred to a parallel branch for retrial.

In late October 2024, Moradi was also sentenced to six months of discretionary imprisonment in a joint judicial case alongside four other prisoners, stemming from incidents inside prison. The sentence was issued by Branch Two of the Qods Judicial Complex Criminal Court in Tehran. “Assaulting an officer and disobedience” were the charges brought against her in that case. The case was opened following events on August 7, 2024, after prisoners in the women’s ward of Evin Prison protested the execution of Reza Rasaei and clashed with prison guards.

Varisheh Moradi was arrested by security forces in the outskirts of Sanandaj in August 2023. On December 26, 2023, following the completion of interrogation procedures, she was transferred from the Ministry of Intelligence detention facility, known as Ward 209 of Evin Prison, to the women’s ward of the prison.

In November 2024, Ms. Moradi had been sentenced to death on the charge of baghi (armed rebellion) by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati.

In October 2024, in a separate joint case opened against her and four other prisoners inside the prison, Ms. Moradi was sentenced by Branch Two of the Qods Judicial Complex in Tehran to six months’ discretionary imprisonment. In that case, she faced charges of assaulting an officer and disobedience. The case stemmed from an incident on August 6, when Evin women’s ward prisoners protested after learning of the execution of Reza Rasaei, leading to confrontations with prison guards.

Varisheh Moradi was arrested in August 2023 by security forces in the outskirts of Sanandaj. She was eventually transferred on December 26 of that year from The Ministry of Intelligence’s detention facility, known as Ward 209 of Evin Prison, after the completion of interrogation, to the women’s ward of the same prison.

Death Sentence of Amirhassan Akbari-Monfared Upheld by Supreme Court

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Abolghasem Salavati, Amirhassan Akbari Monfared, Baghi, HRANA, Mohammad Akbari Monfared

HRANA – The death sentence of Amirhassan Akbari-Monfared, a political prisoner held in Evin Prison, has been upheld by Branch 41 of the Supreme Court.

According to HRANA, Branch 41 of the Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of political prisoner Amirhassan Akbari-Monfared and communicated to him in prison on October 11, 2026. In July of this year, he was sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, on charges of baghi (armed rebellion) through membership in the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK).

Amirhassan Akbari-Monfared was arrested alongside his father, Mohammad Akbari-Monfared, his brother Amirhossein, and his sister Zeinab by Ministry of Intelligence agents in Karaj during the winter of 2025. Some time later, three members of his family were released on bail.

No information has yet been obtained regarding the specific charges brought against the other members of his family. However, a source familiar with the situation of these political defendants previously told HRANA that they were facing security-related charges.

Mohammad Akbari-Monfared, aged approximately 58, Amirhossein Akbari-Monfared, 33, Zeinab Akbari-Monfared, 30, and Amirhassan Akbari-Monfared are all residents of Karaj.

Homa Teymouri and Yaser Azadeh Sentenced to a Total of 10 Years in Prison

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Abolghasem Salavati, Homa Teymouri, HRANA, Yaser Azadeh, هما تیموری, یاسر آزاده

HRANA – Homa Teymouri and her husband, Yaser Azadeh, both master’s graduates of Tarbiat Modares University and Shahid Beheshti University who were arrested during the January 2026 protests, have each been sentenced by the Revolutionary Court to five years in prison.

According to HRANA, citing United Students, Homa Teymouri and her husband, Yaser Azadeh, have been sentenced to prison.

According to the report, Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, sentenced Ms. Teymouri to five years in prison on the charge of “assembly and collusion against national security.” She was also sentenced to a two-year travel ban and prohibited from engaging in social media activity. Her mobile phone was also confiscated.

The report states that Mr. Azadeh was likewise sentenced to five years in prison, without specifying the court branch that issued the verdict or the charges brought against him.

Yaser Azadeh and his wife, Homa Teymouri, were arrested by security forces at their private residence during the January 2026 protests in January.

The published report provides no information regarding the current status of the two individuals.

Homa Teymouri holds a master’s degree in Political Thought from Tarbiat Modares University, while Yaser Azadeh holds a master’s degree in Western Philosophy from Shahid Beheshti University.

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.

Political Prisoner Amirhassan Akbari Monfared Sentenced to Death

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Abolghasem Salavati, Amirhassan Akbari Monfared, Amirhossein Akbari Monfared, Evin Prison, HRANA, Mohammad Akbari Monfared, Zeinab Akbari Monfared, امیرحسن اکبری منفرد

HRANA – Amirhassan Akbari Monfared, a political prisoner held in Evin Prison, has been sentenced to death by Judge Abolghasem Salavati on the charge of baghi (armed rebellion).

According to HRANA, 27-year-old Amirhassan Akbari Monfared has been sentenced to death.

According to a verdict issued by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, and served on Mr. Akbari Monfared two days ago, he was sentenced to death on the charge of baghi (armed rebellion) through alleged membership in the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (MEK). He is currently imprisoned in Evin Prison and had previously stood trial before the same court.

Amirhossein Akbari Monfared was arrested alongside his father, Mohammad Akbari Monfared, and his brother and sister, Amir hossein and Zeinab Akbari Monfared, by Ministry of Intelligence agents in Karaj during the winter of 2025. The three other family members were later released on bail.

So far, no information has been made available regarding the details of the charges brought against the other members of the family. However, a source previously informed HRANA that they are facing security-related charges.

Mohammad Akbari Monfared, aged approximately 58, Amirhassan Akbari Monfared, 33, Zeinab Akbari Monfared, 30, and Amirhossein Akbari Monfared, 27, are residents of Karaj.

Fresh Charges While in Prison: British Citizen Craig Foreman Sentenced to Two Years

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Abolghasem Salavati, Craig Foreman, HRANA, Joe Bennett, Lindsay Foreman

HRANA – Craig Foreman, a British citizen imprisoned in Evin Prison, has been sentenced to two years in prison in connection with a new case opened against him during his incarceration.

According to HRANA, Craig Foreman received the two-year prison sentence in relation to a case that was initiated against him while he was already in custody. Speaking with foreign media outlets was among the allegations brought against him and was cited as one of the reasons for issuing the sentence.

Joe Bennett, the prisoner’s son, announced the news, stating: “My father was told he was being taken to meet his lawyer, but instead he was taken before the judge, where he was informed of this sentence.”

Previously, an informed source told HRANA that pressure on Craig Foreman and Lindsay Foreman, the British couple detained in Evin Prison, had intensified after they gave an interview to BBC World and referred to the number of executions in Iran. During his imprisonment in Evin and Greater Tehran prisons, Craig Foreman has lived alongside prisoners sentenced to death, witnessed the transfer of death row prisoners for execution, and is currently housed with several inmates awaiting execution. In her interview from inside prison, Lindsay Foreman also addressed the issue of executions in Iran. The couple stated: “In Iran, speaking about executions can result in people being deprived of their most basic rights. The Iranian government has no problem executing people, but if those executions are spoken about or reported, it responds harshly against those who tell the story.”

In February of last year, Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, sentenced the couple to ten years in prison on charges of “espionage.” Their prison sentences were upheld in full by the Court of Appeals in May.

Craig Foreman and Lindsay Foreman had entered Iran by motorcycle as part of a round-the-world journey. They were arrested in December 2024 by Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces in Kerman. Judicial authorities had previously accused them of “espionage,” alleging that they gathered information in several provinces while posing as tourists and conducting research activities.

The then British ambassador to Iran also met with the two defendants at the Kerman Prosecutor’s Office in February of that year.

In recent years, Iranian authorities have arrested several foreign nationals on charges such as espionage or cooperation with hostile governments. Some of those detained have later been released following political negotiations. Human rights organizations and several Western governments have accused Iran of using such arrests as a means of political leverage, while Iranian authorities have consistently denied these allegations.

In February 2026, Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, sentenced the couple to 10 years in prison on charges of “espionage.”

According to the couple, “Although we appeared before the court, no evidence was presented, and we were given no opportunity to defend ourselves.”

Craig and Lindsay Foreman, who had entered Iran by motorcycle as part of a round-the-world journey, were arrested in January 2025 in Kerman by IRGC intelligence forces. Iranian judicial authorities accused them of “espionage,” alleging that they had gathered information in several provinces under the guise of tourism and research activities.

The then British ambassador to Iran met with the couple at the Kerman Prosecutor’s Office in February 2025.

In recent years, Iranian authorities have arrested several foreign nationals on charges such as espionage or cooperation with hostile governments. Some have later been released following political negotiations. Human rights organizations and several Western governments have accused Iran of using such arrests as a means of political leverage, allegations that Iranian authorities have consistently denied.

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January 2026 Protests: Vahid Khan Sanami Sentenced to Death

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Abolghasem Salavati, HRANA, moharebeh, Vahid Khan Sanami, وحید خان صنمی

HRANA – Vahid Khan Sanami, arrested during the nationwide protests of January 2026 and currently imprisoned in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on the charge of moharebeh (enmity against God).

According to HRANA, Vahid Khan Sanami, who was arrested during the January 2026 nationwide protests, has been sentenced to death.

Based on information received by HRANA, Vahid Khan Sanami was sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, on the charge of moharebeh.

A source familiar with the case and close to Sanami’s family confirmed the news in an interview with HRANA, stating that his trial was held in May of this year.

Vahid Khan Sanami was arrested in March of last year in connection with the January 2026 nationwide protests and is currently being held in Greater Tehran Prison.

Political Prisoner Arghavan Fallahi Sentenced to Death

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Abolghasem Salavati, Arghavan Fallahi, Iman Afshari

HRANA – Arghavan Fallahi, a 24-year-old political prisoner held in Evin Prison, has been sentenced to death by Judge Abolghasem Salavati on the charge of baghi (armed rebellion).

According to information received by HRANA, the sentence was issued by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati. Ms. Fallahi was sentenced to death under Article 287 of the Islamic Penal Code on the charge of baghi (armed rebellion), based on allegations of membership in anti-government groups and involvement in armed action.

Following the Israeli strike on Evin Prison in June 2025, Ms. Fallahi was initially transferred to Greater Tehran Penitentiary and subsequently to Qarchak Prison in Varamin. She was later returned to Evin Prison.

Previously, an informed source told HRANA regarding her case: “Following her arrest, Ms. Fallahi was held for a period in Wards 209 and 241 of Evin Prison under the supervision of the Judiciary’s Intelligence Protection Organization. During this time, she was subjected to severe psychological torture, and efforts were made to extract forced confessions from her in connection with the killings of judges Mohammad Moghiseh and Ali Razini.”

Arghavan Fallahi was arrested by security forces in early January 2025 and transferred to Ward 209 of Evin Prison, The Ministry of Intelligence’s detention facility.

Ms. Fallahi had previously been arrested along with her father in November 2022 by security forces and was later transferred to Evin Prison. She was subsequently sentenced by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari, to two years in prison on charges of assembly and collusion and propaganda against the regime. She was released from Evin Prison after completing her sentence.

Bijan Kazemi Sentenced to More Than 37 Years in Prison

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Abolghasem Salavati, Bijan Kazemi, HRANA

HRANA – Bijan Kazemi, a political prisoner currently held in Evin Prison, has been sentenced by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court to a total of 37 years and six months in prison.

Based on a ruling issued by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, and recently communicated to him, he was sentenced to a total of 37 years and six months in prison on the charges brought against him in his case.

Bijan Kazemi, who had remained in pretrial detention until now, was tried in February of 2026 before Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on charges including “assembly and collusion to commit crimes against national security, and membership in groups opposing the state.”

An informed source told HRANA: “In this case, he also faced an accusation related to ‘procuring a weapon for the assailant of Judges Razini and Moghiseh,’ an allegation that had previously been rejected by security interrogators and about which judicial authorities in Kuhdasht had remained silent.”

In mid-August 2025, Bijan Kazemi’s interrogation session was held at Branch 5 of the Prosecutor’s Office of District 33 in Tehran without the presence of a lawyer. At the end of the session, bail was set at four billion tomans, but the case officer opposed his release. Mr. Kazemi was later transferred to The Ministry of Intelligence’s detention facility in Qom and returned to Evin Prison on September 25, 2025.

Bijan Kazemi has previously faced judicial harassment due to his activities.

Report on the Latest Status of Majid Jamshidzadeh in Evin Prison

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Abolghasem Salavati, Evin Prison, HRANA, Majid Jamshidzadeh, مجید جمشیدزاده

HRANA – Majid Jamshidzadeh, a student at Iran University of Science and Technology and one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, is currently serving his prison sentence in Evin Prison. He had previously been sentenced to five years in prison by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA News Agency, quoting Amir Kabir Newsletter, Majid Jamshidzadeh is serving his sentence in Evin Prison. He was previously sentenced by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, to five years in prison on charges of “assembly and collusion with the intent to disrupt national security” and “disrupting public order.”

The report states that the verdict was verbally communicated to Mr. Jamshidzadeh in Evin Prison. However, because the ruling has not been officially registered in the judicial notification system, he has so far been unable to file an appeal request.

Majid Jamshidzadeh, an undergraduate industrial design student at Iran University of Science and Technology, was arrested on January 2, 2026, during public protests in Tehran and was subsequently transferred to Evin Prison.

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.

British Nationals Craig and Lindsay Foreman Sentenced to Ten Years in Prison

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Abolghasem Salavati, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, Craig Foreman, IRGC Intelligence, Joe Bennett, Kerman, Lindsay Foreman

HRANA – Craig and Lindsay Foreman, two British nationals currently imprisoned in Iran, have been sentenced to 10 years in prison by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, on charges of “espionage.”

According to HRANA News Agency, citing BBC Persian, Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, headed by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, sentenced the couple to 10 years in prison on charges of “espionage.”

The British couple stated that despite being present in court, no evidence was presented and they were given no opportunity to defend themselves.

Their son, Joe Bennett, has said that he is deeply concerned about their conditions of detention. The UK Foreign Secretary has also described the ruling as “appalling and unjustifiable.”

The report does not provide further details, including the date on which the verdict was issued.

The couple had previously gone on hunger strike in November of last year in protest against the lack of progress in their case.

Craig Foreman and Lindsay Foreman had entered Iran as part of a round-the-world motorcycle trip and were arrested in December 2024 by the IRGC Intelligence in Kerman. Judicial authorities had earlier accused them of “espionage,” alleging that they had gathered information in several provinces under the cover of tourism and research activities.

The then British ambassador to Iran also met with the two defendants at the Kerman Prosecutor’s Office in February of last year.

In recent years, Iranian authorities have detained several foreign nationals on charges such as espionage or cooperation with hostile states. Some of these detainees have later been released following political negotiations. Human rights organizations and some Western governments have accused Iran of using such arrests as a means of political leverage, allegations that Iranian authorities have consistently denied.