The human rights organization Article 18, which advocates for Christians in Iran, reported that at least 256 Christians were arrested and convicted in the country over the past year. The organization's director, Mansour Barji, said authorities often label quiet religious activities as 'harm to national security' or 'spying for the Zionists' to justify the arrests.
The report from Article 18 underscores the ongoing persecution of religious minorities in Iran, with at least 256 Christians arrested and convicted over the past year. The organization noted that the true figure is likely higher, as many cases go unreported due to fear of security forces. The arrests fit a broader pattern of crackdowns in Iran, which has seen thousands detained on charges of collaboration with foreign enemies in recent months, as The Zioneer has previously reported. Authorities frequently use national security pretexts — including accusations of espionage for 'Zionist entities' — to suppress religious activities and dissent, according to the report.
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