HRANA – Ali Ahmadi, a retired teacher, was arrested by security forces in Shiraz on March 7 and transferred to Adelabad Prison in the city.
Based on the report, the arrest took place on March 7 and was carried out by forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Intelligence Organization. Ahmadi had previously delivered a speech during the protests regarding those who were killed and had himself been injured after being shot by security forces. The teacher had traveled to Shiraz for medical treatment and was arrested again while returning to Nurabad Mamasani.
Following his arrest, Mr. Ahmadi was transferred to Adelabad Prison in Shiraz.
During this period, the teacher has been in contact with his family and reported that violence was used during interrogations in order to obtain forced confessions. He also stated that he is facing charges such as “spreading corruption on earth.”
The report adds that this citizen’s child was also arrested along with him and transferred to Kazerun Prison; however, no information has been provided regarding the child’s age or identity.
It is worth noting that protests and strikes by shopkeepers and merchants began in Tehran on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Within two days, the movement spread beyond markets and commercial centers. With the participation of students, citizens, and various social groups, these demonstrations became one of the most widespread protests in recent years. Following the suppression of the protests by law enforcement and security forces, thousands of people were killed or injured, and tens of thousands were arrested or summoned by security institutions. For further information, readers may refer to HRANA’s comprehensive report titled “Crimson Winter,” which documents the first fifty days after the start of Iran’s nationwide protests.