The protest gathering of Gonabadi dervishes around the house of Nourali Tabandeh, the leader of this sect, turned violent due to the intervention of security forces and plainclothes motorcyclists. Kasra Noori, a Gonabadi dervish present at the protest, told Radio Farda: "About a hundred people attacked the Gonabadi dervishes, firing shots and beating them. We are now worried about the security of the Golestan Haftom area. We are concerned about the sanctity of Dr. Nourali Tabandeh and we will stand firm to the end." This protest was held on Tuesday in response to the arrest of Nematollah Riahi, a Gonabadi dervish who was detained by Tehran's security police. Mr. Riahi, 70 years old and a resident of Shahr-e Kord, traveled to Tehran following disturbances caused by Basij forces and plainclothes agents around the residence of the Gonabadi leader.
Security Forces Attack Gathering of Gonabadi Dervishes
Security forces violently intervened in a protest by Gonabadi dervishes against the arrest of their member, Nematollah Riahi. The incident raises concerns about the safety of the dervish community and their leader, Nourali Tabandeh. This event highlights ongoing tensions between religious minorities and the Iranian government.
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📰 What Happened
Security forces attacked Gonabadi dervishes protesting the arrest of their leader's associate.
- security forces and plainclothes motorcyclists attack Gonabadi dervishes
- Tehran's security police arrest Nematollah Riahi
- Gonabadi dervishes protest Tehran's security police
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The violent crackdown on peaceful protests underscores the Iranian regime's intolerance for dissent.
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