Mohammad Afchagani

Rasht, Gilan

At risk of execution

Charge: Charge: Leadership Guidance Of Protests
Prison: Prison: Rudbar Prison
Arrested: Arrested: January 10, 2026
Demographic: Demographic: Man
Latest status: Latest status: Prisoner
Last update: Last update: February 26, 2026

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The 18-year-old footballer of Pas Gilan Club was arrested on 20 Dey 1404 near Rasht Municipality Square. He was first transferred to Rasht Intelligence and then to Rudbar Prison. He was accused of leading protests and requesting a war of aggression and execution. Some social media sources have claimed that he was released on bail on 22 Bahman, but more reliable sources still list him as a prisoner.

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Reinhold LOPATKAForeign Affairs Committee
To[email protected]
SubjectTranslating Parliament’s Iran Position into Case-Based Protection – Mohammad Afchagani
BodyDear Honourable Reinhold LOPATKA, I am writing to bring to your immediate attention the case of Mohammad Afchagani, who is reportedly facing execution in Iran. The 18-year-old footballer of Pas Gilan Club was arrested on 20 Dey 1404 near Rasht Municipality Square. He was first transferred to Rasht Intelligence and then to Rudbar Prison. He was accused of leading protests and requesting a war of aggression and execution. Some social media sources have claimed that he was released on bail on 22 Bahman, but more reliable sources still list him as a prisoner. 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 Mohammad Afchagani 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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Antonio LÓPEZ-ISTÚRIZ WHITEForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectUrgent case of Mohammad Afchagani – request for parliamentary engagement
BodyDear Antonio LÓPEZ-ISTÚRIZ WHITE, I am writing regarding the case of Mohammad Afchagani, who is currently at risk of execution in Iran. The 18-year-old footballer of Pas Gilan Club was arrested on 20 Dey 1404 near Rasht Municipality Square. He was first transferred to Rasht Intelligence and then to Rudbar Prison. He was accused of leading protests and requesting a war of aggression and execution. Some social media sources have claimed that he was released on bail on 22 Bahman, but more reliable sources still list him as a prisoner. Further information is available here: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/71414769-37ca-4359-9e86-48c7c704da98/page/p_zkwf39o10d In its January 2026 resolution on repression in Iran, the European Parliament strongly condemned the continued use of the death penalty and reaffirmed its position on listing the IRGC as a terrorist organisation, as well as restricting Iranian diplomats’ access to Parliament premises. These steps reflect Parliament’s commitment to accountability and consistent human rights scrutiny. In this context, political sponsorship of detainees sentenced to death remains a particularly effective and structured instrument. Sponsorship, combined with raising the case in plenary or committee, submitting written questions to the EEAS, and facilitating speaking opportunities for human rights defenders or family members, can ensure sustained follow-up rather than isolated statements. Your engagement could make a meaningful contribution to keeping this case under active parliamentary consideration. Sincerely, A concerned citizen
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Thierry MARIANIForeign Affairs Committee
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SubjectFollow-up to Parliament’s Iran Resolution – Urgent Case of Mohammad Afchagani
BodyDear MEP Thierry MARIANI, I am writing to draw your attention to the urgent case of Mohammad Afchagani, who is currently at risk of execution in Iran. The 18-year-old footballer of Pas Gilan Club was arrested on 20 Dey 1404 near Rasht Municipality Square. He was first transferred to Rasht Intelligence and then to Rudbar Prison. He was accused of leading protests and requesting a war of aggression and execution. Some social media sources have claimed that he was released on bail on 22 Bahman, but more reliable sources still list him as a prisoner. 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 Mohammad Afchagani 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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