Ali Khoshnian

Semnan, Semnan

At risk of execution

Arrested: Arrested: December 2025
Demographic: Demographic: Man
Latest status: Latest status: Prisoner
Last update: Last update: February 23, 2026

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A Semnan protester was arrested on charges of arson at the Semnan courthouse on 18 Dey 1404 and sentenced to death without a lawyer. His whereabouts are unknown. There are unconfirmed rumors of execution in some sources, but more recent sources confirm the risk of execution.

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Waldemar TOMASZEWSKIForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectUrgent Human Rights Case Requiring Parliamentary Follow-Up – Ali Khoshnian
BodyDear MEP Waldemar TOMASZEWSKI, I am writing to request your urgent attention to the case of Ali Khoshnian, who is currently facing the risk of execution in Iran. A Semnan protester was arrested on charges of arson at the Semnan courthouse on 18 Dey 1404 and sentenced to death without a lawyer. His whereabouts are unknown. There are unconfirmed rumors of execution in some sources, but more recent sources confirm the risk of execution. The European Parliament has already taken a firm stance in response to the situation in Iran, notably through its January 2026 resolution condemning repression, its position regarding the IRGC, and its measures limiting engagement with Iranian state representatives. These actions established a clear political framework. The next step is ensuring that individual cases at imminent risk are consistently integrated into that framework. In practical terms, I respectfully suggest: – Taking on Ali Khoshnian as a sponsored detainee under a structured parliamentary advocacy initiative focused specifically on death penalty cases. – Requesting updates from the EEAS on this individual case and ensuring it is raised in diplomatic exchanges. – Supporting formal invitations for Iranian human rights defenders, UN mandate holders, or affected family members to brief Members on urgent execution cases. – Encouraging coordinated cross-party visibility efforts, such as joint letters or questions highlighting named prisoners at risk. Sustained attention to specific detainees transforms general resolutions into tangible protection mechanisms. When Parliament members visibly monitor a case, it signals continued international scrutiny. Further reporting and documentation regarding this case can be found here: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/71414769-37ca-4359-9e86-48c7c704da98/page/p_zkwf39o10d Given the irreversible consequences involved, immediate and structured follow-up could prove decisive. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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Matthieu VALETForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectTranslating Parliament’s Iran Position into Case-Based Protection – Ali Khoshnian
BodyDear MEP Matthieu VALET, I am writing to bring to your immediate attention the case of Ali Khoshnian, who is reportedly facing execution in Iran. A Semnan protester was arrested on charges of arson at the Semnan courthouse on 18 Dey 1404 and sentenced to death without a lawyer. His whereabouts are unknown. There are unconfirmed rumors of execution in some sources, but more recent sources confirm the risk of execution. The European Parliament’s January 2026 resolution on repression in Iran, along with its firm position regarding the IRGC and the restriction of access for Iranian representatives, marked a clear escalation in the EU’s political response. To ensure these positions remain impactful, it is crucial that they are consistently applied to individual cases where lives are at imminent risk. In this regard, I respectfully ask you to consider a more structured, preventive approach: – Adopting Ali Khoshnian under a formal political sponsorship mechanism focused specifically on prisoners sentenced to death. – Requesting that this case be included in official parliamentary communications and raised in dialogues with EU foreign policy representatives. – Supporting dedicated briefings or side-events in Parliament featuring Iranian human rights advocates and experts monitoring execution cases. – Promoting a coordinated initiative among Members to track and publicly reference named detainees at risk, reinforcing sustained oversight rather than one-time statements. When individual prisoners are visibly linked to elected representatives, it increases transparency and international scrutiny. Consistent political association can serve as a deterrent in cases where proceedings lack due process safeguards. Additional reporting and documentation related to this case can be found here: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/71414769-37ca-4359-9e86-48c7c704da98/page/p_zkwf39o10d Given the irreversible nature of the death penalty, timely engagement and sustained visibility may be decisive. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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Catarina VIEIRAForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectTranslating Parliament’s Iran Position into Case-Based Protection – Ali Khoshnian
BodyDear Honourable Catarina VIEIRA, I am writing to bring to your immediate attention the case of Ali Khoshnian, who is reportedly facing execution in Iran. A Semnan protester was arrested on charges of arson at the Semnan courthouse on 18 Dey 1404 and sentenced to death without a lawyer. His whereabouts are unknown. There are unconfirmed rumors of execution in some sources, but more recent sources confirm the risk of execution. The European Parliament’s January 2026 resolution on repression in Iran, along with its firm position regarding the IRGC and the restriction of access for Iranian representatives, marked a clear escalation in the EU’s political response. To ensure these positions remain impactful, it is crucial that they are consistently applied to individual cases where lives are at imminent risk. In this regard, I respectfully ask you to consider a more structured, preventive approach: – Adopting Ali Khoshnian under a formal political sponsorship mechanism focused specifically on prisoners sentenced to death. – Requesting that this case be included in official parliamentary communications and raised in dialogues with EU foreign policy representatives. – Supporting dedicated briefings or side-events in Parliament featuring Iranian human rights advocates and experts monitoring execution cases. – Promoting a coordinated initiative among Members to track and publicly reference named detainees at risk, reinforcing sustained oversight rather than one-time statements. When individual prisoners are visibly linked to elected representatives, it increases transparency and international scrutiny. Consistent political association can serve as a deterrent in cases where proceedings lack due process safeguards. Additional reporting and documentation related to this case can be found here: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/71414769-37ca-4359-9e86-48c7c704da98/page/p_zkwf39o10d Given the irreversible nature of the death penalty, timely engagement and sustained visibility may be decisive. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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