These seven political prisoners had also gone on hunger strike on July 10, 2024, but after a while, they ended their strike with the promise of investigation and cooperation from the prison authorities and the judiciary
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, seven political prisoners in Sheiban Prison, Ahvaz, went on hunger strike. These prisoners are protesting their uncertain status and the failure of authorities to fulfill promises regarding their release. The prison officials, instead of addressing the prisoners’ demands, transferred them to solitary confinement.
These seven political prisoners are:
Rouhollah Khosravi, Farshid Kazemi, Maziyar Nekouei, Ramin Mohammadi, Reza Karimnejad, Ashkan Mohammadi, and Houman Almasi.
These political prisoners had previously gone on hunger strike on July 10, 2024. However, they ended their strike after receiving assurances from prison officials and the judiciary that their cases would be addressed. After three months without any progress on their demands, they resumed their hunger strike.
Currently, there is no available information about the condition of these seven political prisoners, and there is significant concern about their physical state, particularly given their placement in solitary confinement.
Trial of Seven Political Prisoners on October 7 in Tehran’s Revolutionary Court – Iran HRS
Increase in Executions. shiraz and GhezelHesar prison, six prisoners executed – Iran HRS
Human Rights Violations: Arbitrary Arrest and Prolonged Detention
Arbitrary arrest and keeping detainees in indefinite detention is a serious violation of human rights that directly contradicts international principles and obligations.
According to human rights laws, every arrested person has the right to informed promptly of the reasons for their detention and to brought before a court without delay. This right clearly outlined in Articles 9 and 14 of the “International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights,” one of the core human rights documents of the United Nations.
Article 9 specifically emphasizes every individual’s right to personal freedom and security, stating that no one shall be subjected to arbitrary arrest or detention.
It also mandates that anyone arrested must promptly informed of the reasons for their arrest and brought before a judicial authority as soon as possible to determine the legitimacy of their detention.
Keeping individuals in custody without informing them of the charges and without access to a court directly violates Article 9.
Article 14 further underscores the right to a fair trial, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to defend themselves and benefit from an independent and impartial court.
Keeping prisoners in indefinite detention without trial not only violates this article but also causes immense suffering and injustice for the detainee.
In conclusion, such practices are clear violations of human dignity and justice. Under the fundamental principles of human rights, all nations obligated to uphold the rights of detainees and provide a fair and timely judicial process.
Detaining individuals, particularly without access to legal counsel and the courts, is a breach of basic rights and undermines the rule of law.
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