Arrest

Mohammad Seyf-Panahi, a shopkeeper from Sanandaj, Kurdistan Province, was arrested by Ministry of Intelligence forces in the city on 23 January 2025 for taking part in a general strike to protest against the death sentences handed down to Kurdish political prisoners Pakhshan Azizi and Verisheh (Wirishe) Moradi.

Defendant’s Rights

He was arrested without a warrant and has since been denied family visits and access to legal representation.

Despite his family’s repeated attempts to obtain information about his fate, security and judicial authorities have refused to provide any clarification regarding his situation.

Current Status

Seyf-Panahi is being held in the Ministry of Intelligence detention centre in Sanandaj.