Iranian authorities arrest journalist for 2nd time without explanation

Journalist Elah Mohammadi has been arrested again by Iranian authorities, without any explanation of the reasons for the arrest nor giving any further details so far.

Iranian authorities arrest journalist for 2nd time without explanation
26 February, 2026   13:54
NEWS DESK

Local media sources in East Kurdistan reported on Thursday that journalist Elah Mohammadi was arrested by Iranian authorities, without disclosing the reasons for her arrest or providing any further details, according to Roj News Agency.

The sources stated that Mohammadi was arrested on Wednesday while no official statement has been issued explaining the motives behind this action, raising concerns about the continued restrictions on press freedom in Iran.

Mohammadi was previously arrested while covering the murder of Kurdish youth Gina Amini on September 29, 2022, and participating in a journalistic investigation into the case. She spent 17 months in prison at that time.