A Comprehensive Report on the Latest Developments in Rajai Shahr Prison

HRANA News Agency – An estimated number of 50 political prisoners held in Rajai Shahr prison in Karaj have been transferred to a new and security hall in recent weeks. There are the deprivations which have been imposed on prisoners in this hall where even the toilets are equipped with CCTV cameras. The situation has prompted political prisoners to protest. At least 16 prisoners are on hunger strike in a critical condition.
According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), 53 political-security prisoners detained in hall 12 of Rajai Shahr prison in Karaj were transferred to a hall which was previously rebuilt and developed by security forces, with the presence of a large number of prison guards, without prior notice on July 30, 2017. The hall is equipped with a large number of surveillance cameras and surveillance devices, as well as the shields that separate it from the rest of the prison.The families of these prisoners in the wake of their concern about the fate of their relatives, had referred to the judicial authorities who are responsible for this issue but these efforts had not resulted. Continue reading “A Comprehensive Report on the Latest Developments in Rajai Shahr Prison”

Saeed Shirzad Started Serving His 4th Year

HRANA News Agency – Saeed Shirzad, political prisoner of Rajai Shahr, who had been arrested in his workplace in Tabriz refinery on June 2, 2014, has entered his 4th year of imprisonment in this prison.
According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), Saeid Shirzad, political prisoner of ward number 12 of Rajai Shahr prison, who had been arrested in his office in Tabriz refinery and charged with colliding with the intension of disturbing national security on June 2, 2014, has started the 4th year of his imprisonment while his physical condition is bad. Continue reading “Saeed Shirzad Started Serving His 4th Year”

Saeed Shirzad on Hunger Strike in Rajai Shahr Prison

HRANA News Agency – Saeed Shirzad, political prisoner in Rajai Shahr prison in Karaj, has gone on hunger strike by sewing his lips, to protest against the prison condition of ill prisoners and lack of security for the prisoners of conscience.
According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), Saeed Shirzad, a political prisoner in Rajai Shahr prison in Karaj has gone on hunger strike by sewing his lips, to protest against the lack of medical attention for ill prisoners and lack of security for political prisoners. Continue reading “Saeed Shirzad on Hunger Strike in Rajai Shahr Prison”

Saeed Shirzad Still Waiting for the Appeal Court’s Decision

HRANA News Agency – Saeed Shirzad, political prisoner in Rajai Shahr prison who is spending three years in prison, after one year since receiving the primary sentence is still waiting for appeal court’s decision.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), Saeed Shirzad, children’s rights activist was arrested on June 8, 2014. He spent over months in ward 209 of Evin in solitary confinement and without communication with his family and lawyer. Continue reading “Saeed Shirzad Still Waiting for the Appeal Court’s Decision”

Political Prisoners on Hunger Strike in Different Prisons

HRANA News Agency – Political prisoners such as Seyed Hossein Ronaghi Maleki, Amir Amrgholi, Saeed Shirzad, Afshin Baymany, Masoud Arabchobdar, Farid Azmodeh, Iraj Hatami, Behzad Tarahomi, Saleh Pychganloo, Mostafa Parvin, Saeed Sadeghifar and Morteza Parvin are on hunger strike in various prisons around the country with various demands. According to prisoners’ families in some cases they refuse to drink water. Hussein Ronaghi maleki’s father is one of those who has begun strike in support of his son in front of Evin Prison.
According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), Seyed Hossein Ronaghi Maleki, Amir Amrgholi, Saeed Shirzad, Afshin Baymany, Masoud Arabchobdar, Farid Azmodeh, Iraj Hatami, Behzad Tarahomi, Saleh Pychganloo, Mostafa Parvin, Saeed Sadeghifar and Morteza Parvin are on hunger strike. The families of Ronaghi and Amirgholi said to HRANA’s reporter that their children refuse to drink water as well. Continue reading “Political Prisoners on Hunger Strike in Different Prisons”

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The List Of Over 80 Political Prisoners In Rajai Shahr Prison In Karaj

HRANA News Agency – The following list includes names, warrants and charges of more than 80 political prisoners, prisoners of conscience and security in Rajai Shahr prison which has been prepared by the reporters of HRANA.
A diverse range of prisoners charged with political, conscience, military and security allegations are being held in Rajai Shahr prison. Although many of these prisoners are kept in separate rooms in Hall 12 but a large number of these prisoners are being kept also between non-political, criminals and sometimes dangerous prisoners unlike the principle of separation of crimes. Continue reading “The List Of Over 80 Political Prisoners In Rajai Shahr Prison In Karaj”

Saeed Shirzad’s Court Session Postponed Once Again

HRANA News Agency – The trial of Saeed Shirzad did not take place, because of him refusing to wear prison uniform and consequently, failure to send him.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), Saeed Shirzad was supposed to have a trial in Branch 15 of the Revolutionary Court, presided by Judge Salvati, on 15th July, however he was not sent to the court as he refused to wear the prison uniform and despite the presence of his lawyer, the trial did not take place. Continue reading “Saeed Shirzad’s Court Session Postponed Once Again”

Authorities Reject to Transfer Saeed Shirzad to Political Prisoners’ Ward

HRANA News Agency – Despite repeated requests by Saeed Shirzad, prison authorities and prosecutor have rejected to transfer this political prisoner to political-conscience prisoners’ ward in Rajai Shahr prison.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), Rajai Shahr prison authorities have said that; Tehran prosecutor’s office and particularly, prosecutor Khodabakhshi had the authority in this regard, while, on the other hand the prosecution authorities say; the prison authorities had the authority to transfer prisoners inside the prison. Continue reading “Authorities Reject to Transfer Saeed Shirzad to Political Prisoners’ Ward”

Saeed Shirzad In the 10th Month of Detention

HRANA News Agency – After ten months of detention, Saeed Shirzad is still imprisoned with no court sentence.

According to the report of Human Rights Activists News Agency in Iran (HRANA), despite repeated requests, this political prisoner’s solicitor still has not been able to have access to his case bundle, which is against the trial law in Iran. Continue reading “Saeed Shirzad In the 10th Month of Detention”

Saeed Shirzad: Seven Months in Evin Prison without Trial

HRANA News Agency – After seven months of Saeed Shirzad’s arrest, he is still kept as detainee and under uncertain condition. His attorneys are not permitted to review his case.

According to Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), Saeed Shirzad, the political prisoner of ward number 8 of Evin prison, who was arrested in his workplace in Tabriz refinery facility, on June 2, 1014, is still kept without any jurisdiction order. Continue reading “Saeed Shirzad: Seven Months in Evin Prison without Trial”