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According to received reports, the city of Nurabad Mamasani became one of the main flashpoints during Iran’s nationwide uprising in January 2026. During that period, dozens of residents were killed by gunfire from state forces, and many others were arrested. Reports indicate that, as part of the ongoing crackdown, a charge of “enmity against God” (moharebeh) has been brought against Artin Salari, a 20-year-old from the city. However, no clear information has been made public

Mizan News Agency, affiliated with Iran’s judiciary, reported on Thursday, April 30, 2026, that Sasan Azadvar, a 21-year-old athlete from Isfahan who had been arrested during the January protests, has been executed. Reports indicate that his death sentence was issued on April 20 by Branch 1 of the Isfahan Revolutionary Court, with the prosecutor claiming he had intended to attack police forces. However, according to his family, no evidence was ever presented to support these

According to received reports, Arsham Rezaei, a monarchist political prisoner held in Qezel Hesar Prison in Karaj, has developed a severe ear infection after being transferred from solitary confinement to the general ward. Reports indicate that the condition is the result of poor detention conditions and a lack of medical care. So far, no information has been made public regarding his treatment or access to adequate healthcare.

Foad Choubin, the uncle of slain protester Artin Rahmani, has announced that the Revolutionary Court in Izeh has begun proceedings to confiscate the home of his mother and his brother's properties that had previously been submitted as bail for his release. Reports indicate that after his nephew was killed by agents of the Islamic Republic on April 11, 2023, he was arrested and transferred to prison. After nearly six months in detention, he was released from Sheiban Prison in

According to received reports, the death sentence of Mohammad Abbasi, a protester arrested in Malard, along with a 25-year prison sentence for his daughter Fatemeh Abbasi, has been upheld by Iran’s Supreme Court. The two political prisoners are currently being held in Qezel Hesar Prison in Karaj and Evin Prison in Tehran. Reports indicate that the father and daughter were subjected to severe pressure and torture during interrogation, and that throughout all stages of their le

EXCLUSIVE IRAN WEEKLY NEWS April 26, 2026

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced that 239 people were arrested in the provinces of Kurdistan and Kermanshah during an operation against what it described as “foreign-linked groups,” and that one person was killed. According to reports cited by Mehr News Agency, 84 individuals were detained in Kurdistan province, including 11 accused of membership in separatist groups. At the same time, 155 people were arrested in Kermanshah province, including 4 accu

Erfan Kiani, one of those arrested during Iran’s nationwide uprising, was executed on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Reports indicate that Iran’s judiciary had sentenced him to death on charges including “destruction of public and private property,” “arson,” “carrying Molotov cocktails,” “possession of a cold weapon,” “attacking security forces,” and “spreading fear and panic,” and also alleged ties to Mossad. However, so far, no details have been made public regarding the timing

The death sentences of Ehsan Hosseinipour Hessarloo, Matin Mohammadi, and Erfan Amiri, three detainees aged 17 and 18 arrested during the January 2026 protests, have been confirmed by Iran’s Supreme Court and sent for implementation. Reports indicate that the three were arrested in connection with the arson of the Seyyed al-Shohada Mosque in Pakdasht and were charged with “actions against internal security,” “assembly and collusion,” “participation in murder,” and “intentiona

Iran’s internet shutdown has now entered its 56th consecutive day, with international connectivity remaining severely restricted for more than 1,320 hours. Reports indicate that this has become the longest recorded nationwide internet blackout in a connected society. As the war continues and reports of executions persist, conditions inside the country are being described as rapidly worsening. So far, no information has been provided about when these restrictions may come to a

Three Baha’i citizens arrested in Shiraz; growing concerns over their condition According to received reports, Mahsa Sotoudeh, Mandana Sotoudeh, and Behzad Basiri, three Baha’i citizens, have been arrested in Shiraz by intelligence agents of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Reports indicate that Roya Basiri, Behzad Basiri’s sister, shared a video expressing deep concern over their situation and called on the public to be their voice. So far, no information has be

Security forces of the Islamic Republic secretly buried the bodies of Mohammadamin Biglari and Shahin Vahedparast two protesters executed in the January uprising, and refused to disclose their burial sites to their families. Reports say they had been executed on charges including involvement in an attack on a Basij base. By hiding their burial locations, authorities have denied their families the right to know where they are laid to rest or to hold a funeral.

According to reports, Amir Mohammad Shah Karami, a 14-year-old, disappeared on January 8th, during the national uprising in Qaleh Hasan Khan (Qods City), leaving his family searching for him with no answers. Days later, when they called his phone, agents answered, saying he had been “detained and was alive.” But nearly 60 days later, his body was returned to the family in a numbered bag marked “11754.” Reports say his body showed signs of beating and bruising, and he was kill

According to received reports, Babak Kharbo, the uncle of slain protester Alireza Kharbo, was arrested on February 10th, 2026, in Dizicheh, Isfahan, and is now facing serious charges that could put him at risk of execution. Reports indicate that the 33-year-old father of three young children was subjected to interrogation and torture after his arrest before being transferred to Dastgerd Prison in Isfahan. Sources close to the family say his wife was warned not to pursue his r

Mizan News Agency, affiliated with the Islamic Republic’s judiciary, reported the execution of political prisoner Mehdi Farid on charges of “spying for Israel.” According to reports, the state-run outlet claimed on Wednesday, April 22, that Farid had served as “head of the passive defense committee management” within a sensitive government body, alleging he had made contact with Mossad through online channels. The report states that information such as internal access points,

Mizan News Agency, affiliated with the Islamic Republic's judiciary, announced that the death sentence for Amirali Mirjafari, one of the detainees from the January protests, had been carried out. Reports indicate that the judiciary has identified him as "the main perpetrator of the burning of the Qolhak Grand Mosque" and one of the "leaders of the Mossad collaborator network."

The judiciary of the Islamic Republic of Iran announced on Monday, April 20, that Mohammad Masoum Shahi and Hamed Validi have been executed on charges of “membership in a spy network linked to Mossad”. Reports say that before the execution, the two prisoners were transferred to quarantine in Karaj Central Prison. In its statement, the judiciary claimed they had contacted Mossad officers via online channels and through travel to the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and returned to Ir

EXCLUSIVE IRAN WEEKLY NEWS Apri 19, 2026

According to received reports, at least two civilians in recent weeks have lost their lives at government checkpoints in the provinces of Isfahan and Mazandaran at the hands of Basij and IRGC forces. Reports indicate that Morteza Madadi, a resident of Shahin Shahr in Isfahan Province, was killed on March 8, 2026, after forces stationed at a Basij checkpoint opened fire. Gunshot wounds to his heart and lungs were reported as the cause of death. It is also said that his relativ