Himan Rahnama (Hossein Rahnama), a 33-year-old Iranian social media activist and father from Dehdasht, was reportedly arrested on January 8, 2026, in Karaj during nationwide protests.

According to independent human rights sources, including the Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, he was later transferred to Dehdasht Central Prison in Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province.

More than a month has reportedly passed since his arrest, and no official public statement has clarified:

• The charges against him
• His legal status
• His access to independent legal counsel
• His ability to communicate freely with his family

The lack of transparency surrounding his detention raises serious concerns under international human rights standards, including the right to due process and protection from arbitrary detention.

Additional reports circulating online have heightened concerns about his safety and well-being. In the absence of official clarification, uncertainty continues to grow.

We call upon the international community — including the United Nations, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Iran, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, the European Parliament, and global human rights organizations — to urgently:

• Seek immediate clarification regarding his legal status
• Demand full access to due process and independent legal counsel
• Monitor his case to prevent potential human rights violations
• Call for his immediate release if no credible and lawful charges are presented

International attention can prevent irreversible harm.

Silence enables abuse.
Pressure creates accountability.

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Demand his freedom.