Mohammad Tahmasebi was arrested by security forces in Urmia on August 13, 1403, and after being transferred to Ahvaz, he was transferred to the Intelligence Bureau detention center.
Iran Human Rights Society, Friday, May 24, 2025 – More than eight months have passed since the detention of two political prisoners, Hojat Al-Mohammadi and Mohammad Tahmasebi, in Shiban Prison, Ahvaz. These two citizens remain in detention without a trial, held in complete uncertainty. This judicial delay and denial of basic rights have sparked significant concern among their families.
Heavy Charges and Unclear Judicial Process
Hojat Al-Mohammadi and Mohammad Tahmasebi, both from Izeh, face charges including “propaganda against the system,” “disrupting public order,” and “collaborating with opposition groups”—accusations commonly used to silence critics and civil activists in Iran. After initial interrogations, their cases were transferred from the Ahvaz Prosecutor’s Office to Branch 2 of the Izeh Prosecutor’s Office, only to be sent back to Ahvaz without clear resolution.
Violent and Unlawful Arrests
Mohammad Tahmasebi was arrested on August 14, 2024, in Urmia by security forces and transferred to Ahvaz, where he was held in the Intelligence Department’s detention center. After over 40 days of interrogation, he was moved to Shiban Prison. Tahmasebi, who suffers from serious health conditions including intestinal adhesions, shortness of breath, and chronic chest pain, has been denied proper medical treatment during his detention.
Hojat Al-Mohammadi, aged 40, a father of a young child and a well-known civil figure in the region, was arrested at his home in Izeh on September 17, 2024. Following security interrogations, he was transferred to Ward 5 of Shiban Prison. Al-Mohammadi has a history of arrests and convictions due to his political and civil activities.
Ongoing Violation of Legal Rights
A source close to the prisoners’ families stated, “Their detention orders are renewed monthly without any clear reason or legal explanation. Mohammad Tahmasebi has even been denied access to a lawyer, and we are constantly worried about their health and safety.”
The families have demanded that the judiciary promptly arrange a fair and transparent trial, grant access to legal representation, and consider bail for temporary release. They also expressed deep concern about Tahmasebi’s deteriorating health, emphasizing that denying him medical care is a clear violation of basic human rights.
Shiban Prison: A Symbol of Silent Repression
Shiban Prison in Ahvaz, frequently used to hold political and ideological prisoners, has been repeatedly reported for its inhumane conditions and intense pressure on inmates. Prolonged uncertainty, lack of access to lawyers, extended interrogations, psychological pressure, and denial of medical care are among the human rights violations documented in this facility.
Violation of Human Rights Laws through Detention and Prolonged Uncertainty
The ongoing detention of two political prisoners, Hojat Al-Mohammadi and Mohammad Tahmasebi, without trial and under poor conditions, is in clear violation of international human rights treaties, including the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), to which Iran is a signatory. Consequently, human rights activists and international organizations are obligated to pressure the Iranian government to ensure prompt, fair, and humane handling of these two citizens’ cases.
Detaining and keeping prisoners in a state of uncertainty is a serious violation of human rights, directly conflicting with international principles and commitments. According to human rights laws, every detained individual has the right to be promptly informed of the reasons for their detention and to be brought before a court fairly and without delay. These rights are clearly outlined in Articles 9 and 14 of the ICCPR, a key United Nations human rights document.
Article 9 of the ICCPR specifically emphasizes the right to liberty and security of person, stating that no one should be arbitrarily arrested or detained. It mandates that every detained individual must be promptly informed of the reasons for their detention and brought before a judicial authority as soon as possible to assess the legality of their detention. Holding someone in custody without informing them of the charges or providing access to a court directly violates Article 9.
Article 14 underscores the right to a fair trial, stipulating that every individual must have the opportunity to defend themselves and access an independent and impartial court. Keeping prisoners in limbo without a trial not only violates this article but also inflicts suffering and injustice on the detained individual.
Ultimately, such actions constitute a blatant violation of human dignity and justice. Based on fundamental human rights principles, all countries are obligated to uphold the rights of detained individuals and provide a fair and timely judicial process. Arbitrary detention and prolonged uncertainty, particularly without access to legal counsel or a court, are assaults on fundamental rights and undermine the rule of law.le with full guarantees of a fair trial and for the most serious crimes. In many similar cases, lack of transparency, restrictions on the defendant’s legal rights, and verdicts issued by courts lacking independence violate this fundamental human rights principle.
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