HRANA – Twenty-three days after his arrest, Taher Sarli remains in a state of uncertainty in Gonbad-e Kavus Prison. In protest against this situation, he has been on hunger strike for the past nine days.

According to information received by HRANA, Sarli was arrested on August 5 for posting critical statements on social media and subsequently transferred to Gonbad-e Kavus Prison. Since then, he has been held without clear legal status, prompting him to begin a hunger strike.

Sarli suffers from diabetes and requires daily insulin injections. He also has a history of heart attack and is currently battling prostate cancer. Despite these serious health conditions, reports indicate that he has been denied access to adequate medical treatment.

As of the time of this report, no information has been made available regarding the charges against him.

Taher Sarli, approximately 50 years old, holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Azad University of Shahroud and a master’s degree in history from Azad University of Abhar. He has previously been arrested for his activities.