Newroz Crackdown in Kurdistan: Farzad Abdi Arrested by Security Forces

On the evening of Wednesday, April 1, 2025, Farzad Abdi, a Kurdish citizen from the city of Pahle, the central district of Zarrin Abad in Dehloran County, was arrested by Iranian security forces.

According to a well-informed source, the arrest was carried out without a judicial warrant, and Mr. Abdi was physically assaulted during the arrest.

The source added that Mr. Abdi sustained an injury to his hand as a result of being beaten by the arresting officers.

The arrest reportedly took place shortly after the conclusion of Newroz celebrations in the city of Pahle.

As of the time of this report, no information is available regarding the charges or the current whereabouts of Farzad Abdi.