Arrest

Zahed Shahabi, a Kurdish civilian from Saqqez, Kurdistan Province, was arrested on 24 March 2025 following a raid by Ministry of Intelligence agents on the Rah-e Azadi (Path of Freedom) religious lodge in the city.

During the operation, the agents reportedly behaved disrespectfully towards those present at the site.

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

Shahabi is being held in the Ministry of Intelligence detention centre in Sanandaj.