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Mohammad Ahmadi Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison

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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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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.

January 2026 Protests: Alireza Nami Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison

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HRANA – Alireza Nami, arrested in connection with the January 2026 protests who is currently incarcerated in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

Based on information received by HRANA, Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari, sentenced Mr. Alireza Nami to 30 years in prison on the charge of carrying out operational activities for Israel. The sentence was recently communicated to him in prison.

An informed source close to the family of this political prisoner confirmed the matter to HRANA and said: “Following the notification of the sentence, Mr. Nami appealed the ruling.”

Alireza Nami was arrested by security forces in January 2026 and has been held in Greater Tehran Prison since his arrest.

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.

Hossein Molaei Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison

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HRANA  – Hossein Molaei, a 50-year-old political prisoner held in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by Branch 29 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA, Hossein Molaei has been sentenced to imprisonment.

Based on information received by HRANA, Molaei, who is currently held in Greater Tehran Prison, was sentenced by Branch 29 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court to 15 years in prison on the charge of “supporting Israel.”

An informed source familiar with his situation told HRANA: “Mr. Molaei is in a difficult financial situation and cannot afford the cost of an attorney. Accordingly, he needs access to legal counsel to pursue the judicial proceedings in his case and appeal the sentence issued against him.”

Hossein Molaei, 50, was arrested by security forces in March 2026 and transferred to Greater Tehran Prison.

HRANA is reviewing details regarding the specific acts underlying the charge brought against him.

January 2026 Protests: Mohammad Ebrahimi Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

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HRANA – Mohammad Ebrahimi, arrested during the January 2026 protests who is currently incarcerated in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA, one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, has been sentenced to prison.

According to information received by HRANA, Mr. Ebrahimi was sentenced to 20 years in prison by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari, on the charge of “conducting operational activities for a hostile country against national security,” under Article 1 of the Law on Intensifying the Punishment for Espionage.

Mohammad Ebrahimi, a graduate in painting from the University of Science and Culture, was arrested in Tehran on January 27, 2026. Following his arrest, he was initially transferred to Evin Prison and was later transferred to Greater Tehran Prison.

He is currently serving his sentence in Greater Tehran Prison.

Background on the January 2026 Protests

The 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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Shahin Zoghi-Tabar Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison; Serving Term in Greater Tehran Prison

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HRANA – Political prisoner Shahin Zoghi-Tabar is serving his sentence in Greater Tehran Prison. He was recently sentenced to 10 years in prison by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

Recently, this political prisoner was sentenced to 10 years in prison by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari. The sentence was issued on charges of membership in opposition groups, “spreading falsehoods,” “propaganda against the regime,” and “insulting the Supreme Leader.” His trial session was held on August 17 in the aforementioned court.

Zoghi-Tabar was arrested on July 24 at his residence in Tehran and subsequently transferred to Greater Tehran Prison. During his arrest, security forces searched his home and confiscated several personal belongings, including the mobile phones of him and his family.

Zoghi-Tabar, a former political prisoner, had previously been sentenced to five years in prison on the charge of “assembly and collusion against national security through cooperation with the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK).” He was released in 2017 after completing his sentence in Rajai Shahr Prison, Karaj.

Singer Danial Moghaddam Arrested in Shiraz

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HRANA– Danial Moghaddam, a dissident singer, was once again arrested by security forces in Shiraz on Tuesday, July 29, and transferred to the Greater Tehran Prison. He had previously stated in a video that, during the early days of his recent detention in Evin Prison and amid an Israeli airstrike on the facility, he was evacuated due to the post-bombing conditions and never returned.

According to HRANA, the news agency of Human Rights Activists in Iran, Danial Moghaddam, a dissident singer, has been re-arrested.

His arrest took place on Tuesday, July 29, in Shiraz, and he was subsequently transferred to Greater Tehran Prison.
During his earlier detention in Evin Prison, Moghaddam released a video on his personal page describing the crisis inside the prison during the Israeli airstrike. In the video, he stated that following the shockwaves and emergency situation caused by the bombing, he unintentionally left the prison while in a disoriented and semi-conscious state and did not return.

In the same video, Moghaddam cited the reasons for his arrest as supporting the families of those killed during protests, calling for the release of political prisoners, and demonstrating in front of Evin Prison to oppose executions.

On June 25, 2025, Mohammad-Hadi Jafarpoor, Moghaddam’s attorney, announced in a post that his client had been detained by order of Branch 3 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court’s Prosecutor’s Office due to his inability to post bail.

Danial Moghaddam has previously been arrested and sentenced for his activism.

New Case Filed in Prison: Mehdi Mahmoudian Summoned to Tehran Prosecutor’s Office

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HRANA – Mehdi Mahmoudian, a civil activist imprisoned in the Greater Tehran Prison, is facing a new legal case. He has been summoned to the Public and Revolutionary Prosecutor’s Office in Tehran after receiving a notice to defend himself against new charges.

A recent summons, issued by Branch 5 of the Public and Revolutionary Prosecutor’s Office of District 31 (Media and Cyber Crimes) in Tehran, was delivered to Mr. Mahmoudian’s family. He has been asked to appear and respond to the charge of “spreading false information.”

Earlier this month, following Israel’s attack on Evin Prison, Mr. Mahmoudian was transferred to Greater Tehran Prison along with several other prisoners.

On February 3, 2025, he was arrested at the Enforcement Branch and sent to prison to serve his sentence.

Previously, Mahmoudian had been tried in Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari. He was sentenced to 8 months in prison on the charge of “propaganda against the regime,” along with two-year bans on party membership, smartphone use, and foreign travel.

Commenting on his sentence, Mahmoudian had written that “all of these punishments were imposed solely because I responded to a false report by a news outlet about the ‘eradication of bedbugs in prison,’ and wrote that they are ‘addicted to lying.’”

He had also previously faced prosecution for giving an interview about the difficulties Baha’is face in burying their deceased. In May of last year, he was arrested after appearing at the Prosecutor’s Office for Culture and Media and released a day later on bail.

Unusual Searches Before Visits: Families Protest at Greater Tehran Prison

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HRANA – Several families of political prisoners held in Greater Tehran Prison have expressed dissatisfaction with what they describe as arbitrary and unusual body searches prior to visiting their loved ones. These families report that the intensity and manner of the searches have changed compared to previous visits, causing distress and sparking protests among some visitors.

Numerous calls to HRANA from prisoners’ families indicate that the searches have become stricter than before, with some describing the new measures as “incompatible with human dignity.”

The wife of one prisoner, who asked to remain anonymous for security reasons, told HRANA: “Some of the inspection officers used aggressive tones and physical contact, which led to verbal altercations between families and staff. Families expect mutual respect, especially in such sensitive situations.”

According to HRANA’s findings, these changes in search procedures were implemented without any clear explanation, leading to growing dissatisfaction among visitors. Some families reported feeling humiliated by the manner of the body inspections.

Greater Tehran Prison has previously faced criticism for poor detention conditions, overcrowding, and inadequate infrastructure. Past reports have shown that families often encounter numerous difficulties during visitation processes, and the new inspection policies have only added to these challenges.

Bijan Kazemi Remains Detained Without Charges After More Than 170 Days

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Bijan Kazemi, Evin Prison, Greater Tehran Prison, Kuhdasht, Shahnaz Khosravi

HRANA – More than 170 days after the arrest of Bijan Kazemi, a resident of Kuhdasht, he remains in detention with no clear legal status. He was recently transferred from the Greater Tehran Prison to an undisclosed location and has had no contact with his family or relatives for the past 10 days.

Yesterday, Kazemi’s mother, Shahnaz Khosravi, posted an update stating that her son has been denied visitation with both his family and legal counsel for 176 days. She said he was recently transferred from Greater Tehran Prison to one of the Ministry of Intelligence’s so-called “safe houses” and has not made any contact in the past 10 days. The family’s growing concern is fueled by this prolonged silence.

Kazemi was previously transferred to Greater Tehran Prison alongside ten other detainees following an Israeli military strike on Evin Prison.

He was first arrested by Ministry of Intelligence agents in Kuhdasht on January 19, 2025, and was subsequently transferred to Ward 209 of Evin Prison—a detention facility operated by the Ministry of Intelligence—on January 22.

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

Bijan Kazemi has previously faced legal action due to his activism.