Manouchehr Fallah is a Gilak political prisoner held in Lakan Prison in Rasht. He faces a death sentence over an alleged sound firecracker incident outside the Gilan judiciary building.
Reports say the incident harmed no one. It did not disrupt public services. The alleged damage was minor. Yet authorities treated the case as “moharebeh.” This charge can carry the death penalty in Iran.
His case raises serious concerns. These include disproportionate punishment, denial of fair trial rights, and vague security charges against political prisoners.
Authorities use the death penalty in many politically motivated cases in Iran. Manouchehr Fallah’s case shows this pattern clearly.
The charge of “moharebeh” can lead to execution. In this case, the alleged incident reportedly caused no physical harm. It only caused minor material damage.
Authorities also use vague security charges against political prisoners, protesters, marginalized ethnic and religious communities, and dissidents.
Trials without full access to legal defense increase the risk of irreversible injustice. Lack of transparency makes that risk even greater.
Hiwa Life calls for international attention to Manouchehr Fallah’s case. We also call attention to all political prisoners in Iran who face execution after unfair trials.
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