Sara Moussiqi, a 42-year-old architect, has been detained since May 2026. After being sentenced to six years in prison, she is currently held in Qarchak Prison, where relatives report beatings during interrogation and denial of proper medical treatment
Iran Human Rights Society, Monday, September 14, 2026 – Sara Moussiqi, a 42-year-old political prisoner and architect, has been incarcerated since her home was raided and she was arrested in May 2026, currently being held in Qarchak Prison. According to information provided by her relatives, Moussiqi faced charges including “insulting the Supreme Leader,” “insulting the founder of the Islamic Republic and sacred values,” and “communication with hostile states,” resulting in a six-year prison sentence. She has rejected allegations of cooperating with Israel or Mossad, stating that her actions were limited to posting a few stories on her personal social media page.
Arrest and Conviction of Sara Moussiqi
Sara Moussiqi was arrested in May following a raid by security forces on her home and was subsequently transferred to prison. According to received reports, she is currently being held in Qarchak Prison and has spent approximately 150 days in Ward 8 of this facility.
The charges brought against her include:
- “Insulting the Supreme Leader”
- “Insulting Khomeini and sacred values”
- “Communication with hostile states”
Following these proceedings, Sara Moussiqi was sentenced to six years in prison.
She has firmly rejected charges related to collaboration with Israel and Mossad, emphasizing that her activities were strictly confined to sharing a few stories on her personal account.
Report of Physical Beatings and Shoulder Injury
Relatives of Sara Moussiqi have reported violent treatment during her interrogation period. Based on this information, she was subjected to physical beatings while under interrogation, causing a severe injury to her shoulder.
Despite this physical injury, proper medical transfer to external healthcare facilities and access to specialized treatment have not been provided. Her continued detention without adequate medical care for her injury has heightened severe concerns regarding her health condition.
Unanswered Appeal Against the Sentence
According to available information, Sara Moussiqi submitted an official appeal against her conviction; however, no response regarding the appeal process has been received to date.
Her continued imprisonment in Ward 8 of Qarchak Prison—where she has spent nearly 150 days while suffering from an untreated shoulder injury requiring specialized medical care—further intensifies concerns regarding both her physical health and her legal status.
As of the publication of this report, no further details regarding the outcome of her appeal or scheduled hearing dates have been made public.
Information Box | Case Information at a Glance
| Subject | Details |
| Name | Sara Moussiqi |
| Age / Profession | 42 years old / Architect |
| Date & Context of Arrest | May 2026 (Home raid by security forces) |
| Current Detention Location | Qarchak Prison (Ward 8; approx. 150 days) |
| Sentence | 6 years imprisonment |
| Charges | Insulting the Supreme Leader, insulting Khomeini/sacred values, communication with hostile states |
| Physical Condition | Severe shoulder injury from interrogation beatings; denied specialized medical care |
| Appeal Status | Submitted; no official response received |
Legal Review of Sara Moussiqi’s Case Based on Domestic Laws
The laws of the ruling system in Iran have been consistently criticized for non-compliance with fair trial standards and restriction of fundamental civil rights. Reviewing this case under domestic statutes does not signify endorsement of these regulations, but serves to highlight how authorities fail to adhere even to their own statutory requirements.
Legal Ambiguities of the Case
- Articles 22, 35, 37 & 38 of the Constitution: Emphasize the protection of individual rights and dignity, the right to legal counsel, the presumption of innocence, and the absolute prohibition of torture or forced confessions.
- Prisons Organization Regulations: Require prison management to provide necessary medical care and hospital transfers for sick or injured detainees.
- Procedural Violations: Subjecting a detainee to physical abuse during interrogation and withholding specialized medical treatment directly contradict domestic legal mandates.
Reviewing the Case from the Perspective of Human Rights and International Standards
Reports of beatings during interrogation, medical neglect while in custody, and imprisonment for peaceful online self-expression represent grave violations of international human rights treaties.
Human Rights Ambiguities of the Case
Denying necessary medical intervention for injuries inflicted during interrogation constitutes cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment, violating fundamental protections of personal security and due process.
Related International Documents
- Articles 5, 9, 10, 18 & 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR): Protect individual security, prohibit torture or ill-treatment, ban arbitrary detention, and guarantee fair trials along with freedom of thought, opinion, and expression.
- UN Nelson Mandela Rules (Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners): Mandate that healthcare for prisoners is a state responsibility and that injured prisoners must receive prompt access to medical specialists without delay.
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