Arrests of Reformist Politicians
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Iranian authorities arrested four reformist figures: Azar Mansouri, Mohsen Aminzadeh, Ebrahim Asgharzadeh, and Javad Emam.
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Charges: attempting to disrupt Iran’s political and social order and acting “for the benefit” of Israel and the US.
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Arrests occurred late Sunday and early Monday during heightened antigovernment protests.
Judiciary’s Claims
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Iranian judiciary stated the group organized and led activities aimed at destabilizing the political and social situation.
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The arrests came amid perceived “military threats” from Israel and the US.
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Officials accused detainees of justifying the actions of street-level “terrorist foot soldiers.”
Reformist Front Response
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The Reformist Front confirmed the arrests on X (Twitter), noting Mansouri was taken from her home under a judicial order by the IRGC.
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Other senior members, including Mohsen Armin (deputy chairman) and Badralsadat Mofidi (secretary), received summons.
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Local media reported that another reformist, Feizollah Arab Sorkhi, was also summoned.