A new wave of arrests in Iran; at least 92 citizens detained on accusations of contact with media and “security activities.” Reports indicate a new wave of arrests of citizens across different parts of Iran. According to statements by security and judicial officials, at least 92 citizens have been detained on accusations such as sending materials to foreign-based media outlets, cooperating with Persian-language networks abroad, and involvement in security-related activities.

Based on received information, Mohammad Jamshidi Ghahfarokhi, a citizen of Farokhshahr origin and a resident of Baharestan in Isfahan, was arrested on Saturday, February 14, along with several of his friends in Baharestan by intelligence forces from Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province. According to published reports, his friends were released on bail after the arrest, but Mohammad Jamshidi Ghahfarokhi has been charged with “Waging war against God” (moharebeh). It is reported t

In recent days, a program on Iranian state television, including Channel 3, featured a host and a political commentator making threatening remarks toward opponents of the Islamic Republic. During the broadcast, the host used harsh language, saying, “We’ll make your mothers sit in mourning for you.” The guest commentator also said that confiscating the assets of people abroad who act against the Islamic Republic would be “the first step” in dealing with them. He added that sec

At least six citizens in Kerman Province have been arrested by forces from the Intelligence Department. In a report, IRIB News claimed the individuals were “looking for an opportunity to take to the streets and create unrest.” Meanwhile, another citizen has been arrested in the city of Shahr Babak, also in Kerman Province. The report alleges that the detainee was planning an armed action, and that a firearm, said to have been used during the protests, was confiscated from him

Based on reports received, 15-year-old Ahmadreza Feyzi and 19-year-old Amirhossein Feyzi were shot and killed by police forces on the evening of February 28th, 2026, in Fardis, Karaj. Reports say the two brothers were in a car with their father on Sepah Street in Fardis. It is said that after the passengers honked their horn in reaction to the news of Ali Khamenei’s death, officers stopped their car and then opened fire. Sources close to the family say the shooting continued

According to received reports, Shahin Vahedparast Kalor, a 30-year-old married man, was arrested in Tehran on January 8. Available information indicates he was detained at the Shahid Namjou 185 Basij base in the Nezamabad district of Tehran. His court hearing was held on February 7, in a branch presided over by Judge Salavati. He was ultimately sentenced to death, facing charges of “enmity against God” and “corruption on earth.”

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According to reports, Mahdi Babakan, a resident of Jahrom in Fars Province, was arrested by security forces outside his home on January 24. Sources say he had previously been present at protests on January 8. During the arrest, his young daughter witnessed her father being taken away. His wife and daughter were also briefly detained but were later released. Mahdi Babakan, however, remains in custody. Family members say the incident left them deeply shaken, with the emotional

Widespread internet blackout continues in Iran, with access still at roughly 1% of normal levels. According to published reports, more than 192 hours after the shutdown began, citizens across the country remain largely cut off from the internet. The blackout was imposed on Saturday, March 8, as U.S. and Israeli military strikes against the Islamic Republic began, and severe restrictions on internet access have continued nationwide ever since. Reports indicate the nationwide d