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January 2026 Protests: Mehdi Nami Sentenced to Death

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Ghezel Hesar prison, HRANA, January 2026 Protests, Mehdi Nami, Tehran Revolutionary Court, مهدی نامی

HRANA – Mehdi Nami, arrested during the January 2026 protests who is currently held at Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj, has been sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA, Mehdi Nami has been sentenced to death.

According to information received by HRANA, Mr. Nami was recently sentenced to death by Branch 23 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court on the charge of “taking operational action in favor of hostile states.”

Mehdi Nami was arrested by security forces at his home in Tehran in January 2026 in connection with the nationwide protests. He is currently being held at Ghezel Hesar Prison in Karaj.

HRANA is reviewing further information regarding the specific acts underlying the charge brought against Mr. Nami in this case.

Background on 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.

January 2026 Protests: Ali Hemmati and Majid Nikandish Executed

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Ali Hemmati Sistani, HRANA, January 2026 Protests, Majid Nikandish

HRANA – Iran’s judiciary has announced the execution of Ali Hemmati Sistani and Majid Nikandish, two individuals arrested during the January 2026 protests in Mashhad. According to the judiciary, their sentences were carried out early this morning after being upheld by the Supreme Court.

According to HRANA, citing Mizan, the death sentences of Ali Hemmati Sistani and Majid Nikandish were carried out early this morning, September 30, 2026.

The two citizens were arrested during the January 2026 protests in Mashhad. The judiciary has alleged that they were activists and participants on the ground during the protests and were involved in incidents on January 8 in the Tabarsi area of Mashhad that resulted in the deaths of four security personnel.

According to the report, security and law enforcement forces arrested a number of citizens during and after the protests, while others were detained following reviews of footage from city surveillance cameras. Ali Hemmati and Majid Nikandish were among those arrested in this connection, and their cases were referred to judicial authorities.

In its report, Mizan, citing what it described as the “defendants’ confessions,” alleged that during interrogation and judicial proceedings, Ali Hemmati confessed to setting fire to a store, blocking a roadway, and injuring a member of the security forces.

Elsewhere in the report, it was alleged that Majid Nikandish also confessed during interrogation to participating in the protests on January 8 and 9, carrying a knife, damaging public property, and taking part in an attack on a store.

According to the report, following the completion of the investigation and a trial attended by the defendants and their lawyers, Ali Hemmati and Majid Nikandish were sentenced to death. The sentences were subsequently reviewed and upheld by the Supreme Court.

The report did not specify which court handled the case or where the two prisoners were executed.

January 2026 Protests: Morteza Yousefzadeh Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

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HRANA – Morteza Yousefzadeh, one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests who is currently incarcerated in Greater Tehran Prison, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Tehran Revolutionary Court.

According to HRANA, Morteza Yousefzadeh has been sentenced to imprisonment.

Based on information received by HRANA, Branch 29 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Seyed Ali Mazloum, sentenced Mr. Yousefzadeh to 10 years in prison on charges including “taking operational action aimed at disrupting national security.”

Morteza Yousefzadeh was arrested in January 2026 amid nationwide protests. He has been held in Greater Tehran Prison since his arrest.

Background on 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.

Najmeh Amini Faces Death Sentence and Over 12 Years in Prison Following Arrest During January Protests

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January 2026 Protests, Mashhad, Najmeh Amini, Vakilabad prison, نجمه امینی

HRANA – Najmeh Amini, arrested during the January 2026 protests, remains incarcerated in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad. The 23-year-old student has been sentenced to more than 12 years in prison and death in two separate cases heard by the Revolutionary Court and the Criminal Court in Mashhad.

According to HRANA, Najmeh Amini is currently being held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

A source close to Amini’s family confirmed this information and told HRANA about the judicial proceedings in her cases: “Following her arrest, she faced two separate legal cases, one heard by the Mashhad Revolutionary Court and the other by Criminal Court One. In the case heard by Criminal Court One, she was sentenced to death on charges of ‘insulting the Prophet.’ Initially, the charge against Ms. Amini in this case was described as ‘insulting the Imams,’ but the charge was subsequently changed during the judicial proceedings.”

The source added: “In a separate case, Branch One of the Mashhad Revolutionary Court sentenced Ms. Amini to a total of 12 years, six months, and one day in prison on charges including ‘acting against national security’ and ‘propaganda against the regime.'”

Recently, in an audio message from Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad, Ms. Amini announced that the judiciary had issued her death sentence on September 16, 2026. In the message, she called on the United Nations, lawyers, human rights activists, and human rights organizations to review her case and demanded her right to a fair trial.

A court hearing concerning Ms. Amini’s charges was held in August of this year at the Mashhad Revolutionary Court. She was tried on charges of “assembly and collusion” and “insulting religious sanctities and the Imams.”

On January 31, 2026, Najmeh Amini was arrested by security forces at Ferdowsi Shopping Center in Mashhad during the January protests. She was subsequently transferred to Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

Najmeh Amini, 23, is an accounting student and a resident of Mashhad.

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.

January 2026 Protests: Death Sentences of Mehdi Nazer and Mahnaz Chardouli Overturned by Supreme Court

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January 2026 Protests, Mahnaz Chardouli, Mehdi Nazer

HRANA – The death sentences of Mehdi Nazer and Mahnaz Chardouli, who were arrested in connection with the January 2026 protests, have been overturned by the Supreme Court. The two political prisoners had previously been sentenced to death by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati.

According to HRANA, the death sentences of Mehdi Nazer and Mahnaz Chardouli have been overturned by the country’s highest judicial authority.

Based on information received by HRANA, the Supreme Court has overturned the death sentences of Mehdi Nazer and Mahnaz Chardouli, who were arrested in connection with the nationwide protests of January 2026. Mehdi Nazer is currently incarcerated in Greater Tehran Prison, while Mahnaz Chardouli is being held in Qarchak Prison in Varamin.

The two prisoners were previously tried in a joint case by Branch 15 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Abolghasem Salavati, and sentenced to death on charges including destruction of public property, participation in illegal gatherings, and assembly and collusion against national security. The same judicial branch also sentenced the two political prisoners, along with another defendant in the case, Atefeh Nazer, to 10 years in prison each.

Mehdi Nazer and Mahnaz Chardouli were arrested in Tehran on January 11, 2026, in connection with the nationwide protests.

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.

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

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Alireza Nami, Greater Tehran Prison, HRANA, January 2026 Protests, علیرضا نامی

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.

January 2026 Protests: Hossein Rasouli Nasab Sentenced to Death

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HRANA  – Hossein Rasouli Nasab, arrested during the January 2026 protests in Shandiz, has been sentenced to death by the Mashhad Revolutionary Court on the charge of “moharebeh” (enmity against God). He is currently being held in Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad.

According to HRANA, Hossein Rasouli Nasab has been sentenced to death.

According to information received by HRANA, the Mashhad Revolutionary Court sentenced Hossein Rasouli Nasab to death on charges including “moharebeh through participation in the destruction of public property and the setting fire to religious centers, as well as assembly and collusion against national security.”

An informed source close to his family confirmed the news to HRANA, saying: “During the protests on January 8 and 9, 2026, in Shandiz, a mosque and a Dar al-Quran (Quranic center) caught fire, and Hossein’s case was opened in connection with these incidents.”

Hossein Rasouli Nasab, who is married and the father of two children, was arrested along with several other citizens during the protests in Shandiz. After some time, he was transferred to Vakilabad Prison in Mashhad, where he remains in custody.

January 2026 Protests: Narges Heydari, a Resident of Izeh, Sentenced to Five Years in Prison

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HRANA – The Ahvaz Revolutionary Court sentenced Narges Heydari, a resident of Izeh who was arrested in connection with the January 2026 protests and is currently held in Sepidar Prison in Ahvaz, to five years in prison and additional punishment.

According to HRANA, Narges Heydari has been sentenced to imprisonment.

Under a ruling issued by the Ahvaz Revolutionary Court and communicated to Heydari, she was sentenced to five years in prison on the charge of “acting against national security.” As an additional punishment, the court also ordered her to perform “enjoining good” for one year.

On January 19, 2026, Narges Heydari was arrested in Izeh by agents of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Intelligence Organization in connection with nationwide protests.

Heydari, 38, is currently held in Sepidar Prison in Ahvaz.

January 2026 Protests: Report on the Latest Status of Aref Assar in Torbat-e Heydarieh Prison

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HRANA – Aref Assar, a resident of Khaf and one of those arrested during the January 2026 protests, is currently serving his sentence in Torbat-e Heydarieh Prison. He had previously been sentenced at the initial stage to five years and one day in prison, which was reduced on appeal to two years and six months.

According to HRANA, Aref Assar is serving his sentence in Torbat-e Heydarieh Prison.

According to information received by HRANA, on August 8, 2026, Mr. Assar reported to Torbat-e Heydarieh Prison to begin serving his two-year-and-six-month prison sentence.

At the initial stage, he was sentenced by the Khaf Revolutionary Court to five years and one day of imprisonment. After the case was referred to the Court of Appeals, the sentence was reduced to two years and six months of imprisonment. During the proceedings, he faced multiple charges, including “propaganda against the regime,” “cooperation with hostile countries,” “espionage,” “disrupting public security,” “insulting the Supreme Leader,” and “links with opposition groups.”

An informed source close to his family told HRANA that no specific evidence against Mr. Assar was presented in his case and that a significant portion of the allegations against him was based on statements made by individuals who had reported him. The source added: “Mr. Assar was subjected to mistreatment and torture while in detention, which resulted in a dislocated shoulder. The injury has so far required him to undergo several surgeries on his shoulder.”

Aref Assar, 22, is a resident of Khaf County. He was arrested on January 8, 2026, during nationwide protests and transferred to Torbat-e Heydarieh Prison. He was released approximately one week later after posting bail of 500 million tomans.

January 2026 Protests: Saman Ghaderi Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison

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HRANA, Iman Afshari, January 2026 Protests, Saman Ghaderi, Urmia

HRANA – Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court sentenced Saman Ghaderi, a resident of Urmia and one of those arrested in connection with the January 2026 protests, to a total of 14 years in prison. He is currently being held in the Greater Tehran Prison.

According to HRANA, Saman Ghaderi has been sentenced to imprisonment.

According to a ruling issued by Branch 26 of the Tehran Revolutionary Court, presided over by Judge Iman Afshari, and served on Mr. Ghaderi on Tuesday, August 25, he was sentenced to 11 years in prison on the charge of “acting against national security” and three years on the charge of “insulting the sacred.”

An informed source close to the family of the political defendant confirmed the news to HRANA and said: “Following the notification of the ruling, Mr. Ghaderi challenged the verdict and filed an appeal.”

Saman Ghaderi was arrested in Tehran in March 2026 by agents of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Intelligence Organization in connection with the January 2026 protests. After completing the initial stages of interrogation, he was transferred to the Greater Tehran Prison.

Saman Ghaderi is 37 years old and from Urmia.