The Islamic Revolutionary Court sentenced Ali Ramazani, an elite student and winner of a global Olympiad medal, to three years and seven months in prison on charges of 'propaganda against the regime' and 'collusion and conspiracy against internal and external security.' According to reports received by Voice of America and published by some human rights sources on Wednesday, February 21, Ali Ramazani, a member of Iran's microelectronics Olympiad national team and a global Olympiad medalist, was previously arrested on the evening of October 16 following a raid by intelligence agents at his home. The sentence of three years and seven months was issued in Branch 26 of the Revolutionary Court presided over by Iman Afshari, based on the charges of 'collusion and conspiracy against internal and external security' as well as 'propaganda against the Islamic Republic.' The report emphasized that Ali Ramazani 'has become a victim of the fabricated case by the Tehran Provincial Intelligence Organization and the University of Amir Kabir's security department without any incriminating evidence.' Pressure on higher education institutions has increased following the nationwide protests of 2022 in Iran, and in addition to the arrests and issuance of prison sentences, suspensions, and academic deprivations of a significant number of students, more than 66 university professors have also been expelled, suspended, or forced to resign or retire. Mojtaba Hashemi, a former student activist, told Voice of America in recent weeks that the Islamic Republic is seeking to intimidate protesting students.
Elite Student Sentenced to Three Years and Seven Months in Tehran Revolutionary Court
Ali Ramazani, an elite Iranian student and Olympiad medalist, was sentenced to three years and seven months in prison for charges related to propaganda against the regime and conspiracy against security. His case highlights the increasing repression of students and academics in Iran following widespread protests. This situation reflects the government's efforts to suppress dissent and intimidate the youth.
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📰 What Happened
Iranian court sentenced elite student Ali Ramazani to prison for anti-regime propaganda and conspiracy.
- Islamic Revolutionary Court indict Ali Ramazani
- Tehran Provincial Intelligence Organization arrest Ali Ramazani
- Islamic Republic crackdown students, professors
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📚 Background
The sentencing of a prominent student highlights the regime's efforts to suppress dissent.
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