‘Panic and fear’: Iran’s political prisoners face increasing danger amid US-Israel war
France 24
by Joanna YORKMarch 5, 2026
Rights groups warned this week that prisoners in Iran – thousands of whom were detained during recent anti-government protests – are being refused shelter during US and Israeli strikes and face increased risk of forced disappearance and execution due to a nationwide internet blackout.
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Originally published on France 24 on 3/5/2026