Ilya Ben Rashid

Shahinshahr, Isfahan

At risk of execution

Charge: Charge: Enmity Against God
Arrested: Arrested: January 12, 2026
Demographic: Demographic: Man
Social identity: Social identity: Ethnic Minority
Latest status: Latest status: Prisoner
Last update: Last update: March 4, 2026

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Ilya Ben Rashid, a 22-year-old Ahwazi resident of Shahinshahr, Isfahan, was arrested by security forces on 22 Dey 1404 during popular protests. After 6 days of solitary confinement and torture, he was sentenced to death on charges of war and propaganda against the regime. He does not have access to a lawyer and is in prison.

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Jaume ASENS LLODRÀForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectFollow-up to Parliament’s Iran Resolution – Urgent Case of Ilya Ben Rashid
BodyDear Jaume ASENS LLODRÀ, I am writing to draw your attention to the urgent case of Ilya Ben Rashid, who is currently at risk of execution in Iran. Ilya Ben Rashid, a 22-year-old Ahwazi resident of Shahinshahr, Isfahan, was arrested by security forces on 22 Dey 1404 during popular protests. After 6 days of solitary confinement and torture, he was sentenced to death on charges of war and propaganda against the regime. He does not have access to a lawyer and is in prison. In January 2026, the European Parliament adopted a strong resolution condemning the repression of protesters in Iran, called for increased accountability measures, supported listing the IRGC as a terrorist organisation, and took the important step of restricting access for Iranian diplomats to Parliament premises. These actions sent a clear message that the European Union will not remain silent in the face of systematic human rights violations. In light of this firm position, I respectfully urge you to consider concrete steps in this specific case: – Publicly sponsor Ilya Ben Rashid as part of a political sponsorship or detainee advocacy initiative for prisoners facing the death penalty. – Raise this case in plenary or committee discussions and with the EEAS. – Support inviting human rights defenders, former political prisoners, or family members to speak before Parliament or relevant committees to maintain visibility on urgent execution cases. – Call for an immediate halt to the execution and for full due process guarantees. Consistent and visible engagement by Members of the European Parliament has, in past cases, contributed to delaying or stopping executions. Sustained political sponsorship and institutional attention can provide a layer of protection for those most at risk. Further information on this case is available here: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/71414769-37ca-4359-9e86-48c7c704da98/page/p_zkwf39o10d Given the gravity and urgency of the situation, timely action could be decisive. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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Francisco ASSISForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectTranslating Parliament’s Iran Position into Case-Based Protection – Ilya Ben Rashid
BodyDear Francisco ASSIS, I am writing to bring to your immediate attention the case of Ilya Ben Rashid, who is reportedly facing execution in Iran. Ilya Ben Rashid, a 22-year-old Ahwazi resident of Shahinshahr, Isfahan, was arrested by security forces on 22 Dey 1404 during popular protests. After 6 days of solitary confinement and torture, he was sentenced to death on charges of war and propaganda against the regime. He does not have access to a lawyer and is in prison. 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 Ilya Ben Rashid 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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Sebastião BUGALHOForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectRequest for Protective Parliamentary Sponsorship – Ilya Ben Rashid
BodyDear Sebastião BUGALHO, I am reaching out regarding the urgent case of Ilya Ben Rashid, who is currently at risk of execution in Iran. Ilya Ben Rashid, a 22-year-old Ahwazi resident of Shahinshahr, Isfahan, was arrested by security forces on 22 Dey 1404 during popular protests. After 6 days of solitary confinement and torture, he was sentenced to death on charges of war and propaganda against the regime. He does not have access to a lawyer and is in prison. The European Parliament has recently taken decisive positions in response to ongoing repression in Iran, including its January 2026 resolution, measures addressing the role of the IRGC, and steps to limit engagement with representatives of the Iranian authorities. These actions underscore Parliament’s recognition that systematic human rights violations require sustained and structured political response. In that spirit, I would like to propose a focused, case-based approach: – Consider formally sponsoring Ilya Ben Rashid under a political detainee advocacy framework, ensuring regular follow-up and visibility at parliamentary level. – Encourage coordination among Members to adopt additional death penalty cases collectively, creating a structured sponsorship network. – Support the organisation of hearings or briefings where Iranian civil society representatives and legal experts can provide updates on imminent execution cases. – Explore cross-party statements or emergency debates specifically addressing prisoners currently sentenced to death. Political sponsorship and continued institutional visibility can serve as protective mechanisms. When individual cases are consistently monitored by elected officials, the cost of proceeding with executions increases at the international level. Further verified reporting on this case is available here: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/71414769-37ca-4359-9e86-48c7c704da98/page/p_zkwf39o10d Given the urgency and irreversible consequences involved, proactive parliamentary engagement at this stage could be critical. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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