Supreme Court Upholds Death Sentence of Political Prisoner Reza Abdali
HRANA reports that Iran’s Supreme Court, the highest judicial authority in the country, has confirmed the death sentence and prison term of Reza Abdali, a political prisoner held in Sheiban Prison in Ahvaz.
Details of the Sentence
Reza Abdali was initially sentenced by the Ahvaz Revolutionary Court to death and 15 years in prison on charges of “enmity against God” (moharebeh). This verdict was handed down between June and July 2025.
Charges Against Abdali
- He was accused of moharebeh.
- His alleged connection with the Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization (MEK) was cited as evidence supporting the charge.
Background and Detention
Reza Abdali, 35, a resident of Ahvaz, was arrested in February 2025 by security forces. After interrogation, he was transferred to Sheiban Prison, where he is now held in Ward 8.
Throughout his detention, Abdali has been denied the right to consult a lawyer of his choice.
“The Supreme Court recently confirmed and notified Abdali’s verdict.”
Author's summary: Reza Abdali, a political prisoner in Iran, had his death sentence and prison term confirmed by the Supreme Court amid allegations of moharebeh linked to MEK.