Marivan
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City
🚫 Sanctions record
Marivan (City) is designated on the US Treasury's OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the IRAN program. Artesh has recorded 25 mentions in news coverage, most recently on February 13, 2026.
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View Timeline →Security Forces Kidnap Shirko Kani-Sanani, Environmental Activist from Marivan
Shirko Kani-Sanani, an environmental activist and photographer, was kidnapped by intelligence forces in Marivan after participating in an oak planting event. This incident highlights the…
Following the Call of Seven Kurdish Parties in Iran: Strike Begins in Sanandaj, Ilam, and Other Cities
A general strike has begun in several cities in Iran's Kurdish regions, including Sanandaj and Ilam, in response to a call from seven Kurdish parties.…
Death of 18-Year-Old Girl in Lorestan Due to Police Shooting
An 18-year-old girl named Razieh Rahmani was shot and killed by police in Lorestan, Iran, during a raid on her home allegedly for drug discovery.…
Kurdistan Human Rights Network: No information available on 4 detained citizens in Boukan and Marivan
Four Kurdish citizens were detained in Boukan and Marivan without any information on their charges or whereabouts. Additionally, activist Maryam Mahmoudabadi remains in solitary confinement…
Teachers' Unions: We Hope People's Demands Will Be Realized in the New Year
Teachers' unions in Iran expressed hope for the realization of people's demands in the new year, reflecting on past protests and the struggles faced by…
Dana Lanjabadi, Civil Activist in Marivan, Temporarily Released on 500 Million Toman Bail
Dana Lanjabadi, a civil activist from Marivan, was temporarily released on bail after three weeks of detention for allegedly promoting anti-regime propaganda. His case highlights…
Dena Lanjabadi, civil activist in Marivan, deprived of lawyer access and family visits
Dena Lanjabadi, a civil activist from Marivan, has been detained for two weeks without access to a lawyer or family visits, raising concerns about her…
Largest Fire in Texas History; Over One Million Hectares Burned
A massive wildfire in Texas has burned over one million hectares, becoming the largest in the state's history. Firefighters are hopeful that recent winter weather…
Dena Lanjabadi, Civil Activist Arrested in Marivan
Dena Lanjabadi, a Kurdish civil activist and former political prisoner, was arrested in Marivan by Iranian security forces and charged with 'propaganda against the regime.'…
A Young Kolber Dies from Frostbite
A young kolber named Farid Rubina died from frostbite in the border regions of Iran, highlighting the dangers faced by those in this profession. At…
18 Hectares of Land in Gilan Burned in the Last 24 Hours
In Gilan province, 18 hectares of land were burned in wildfires attributed to intentional actions by landowners. Officials are concerned about the increasing trend of…
Foad Fathi, Labor Activist, Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison
Foad Fathi, a labor activist, has been sentenced to 4 years in prison along with additional restrictions by the Islamic Revolutionary Court in Tehran. This…
Government Forces Attack 'Chia Green Association' Meeting; At Least 25 Environmental Activists Arrested
Government forces raided a meeting of the Chia Green Association in Marivan, arresting at least 25 environmental activists. The association has been actively involved in…
Flames Engulf the Forests of Paveh; Fire Rekindles from the Ashes
A significant fire reignited in the forests of Sardreh, Paveh, after being temporarily contained, prompting local officials to request assistance from skilled volunteers. This incident…
Open Data Iran: 21,000 Hectares of Forests and Pastures Burn Annually
Widespread forest fires in Iran have resulted in the destruction of 21,000 hectares of forests and pastures annually, with significant losses reported over the past…
Molavi Abdolhamid: The country's problems cannot be solved by issuing death sentences
Molavi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian government's approach to solving the country's problems, emphasizing the need for dialogue and proper planning rather than repression. He highlighted…
The Shadow of 'Terrorism' Over the 'Island of Stability'
A suicide bombing in Chabahar, Iran, resulted in 3 deaths and 42 injuries, attributed to foreign-backed terrorists by officials. The attack highlights ongoing violence in…
Asian Runner-Up; A Porter with Olympic Dreams
Taha Ghafari, a runner-up in the 2014 Asian Cross Country Championship, is now working as a porter to support his family, highlighting the struggles faced…
Strike and Protest by Merchants in Four Cities of Kurdistan
Merchants in Saqez, Baneh, Marivan, and Javanrud have gone on strike, closing their markets. The duration of these closures is currently unknown. This event highlights…
Protest Gathering in Marivan Against the Passage of Fuel Tankers
Residents of Marivan protested against fuel tankers passing through the dangerous Sanandaj-Marivan road, demanding a ban on their movement due to safety concerns. The governor's…