HRANA – Yashar Hassanzadeh, a resident of Tabriz who was arrested during the January 2026 protests, remains detained in Tabriz Prison without resolution of his legal status, more than six months after his arrest. Throughout his detention, he has also been denied phone calls and visits with his family.

According to HRANA, Yashar Hassanzadeh remains in pretrial detention.

An informed source close to Hassanzadeh’s family confirmed the matter to HRANA, stating: “Mr. Hassanzadeh has been held in Tabriz Prison for more than six months without resolution of his legal status. His case remains unresolved, and no trial has been held for him to date.”

According to the source, Yashar Hassanzadeh has also been denied phone calls and visits with his family throughout his detention.

Hassanzadeh was arrested at his home in Tabriz on January 23, 2026, in connection with the nationwide protests. He was subsequently transferred to Tabriz Prison.

HRANA’s efforts to obtain further information regarding the specific details of his case and the reasons for his arrest are ongoing.

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.