“Raham Seif“, a 31-year-old resident of Ahwaz who lived in Golestan neighborhood (Kuy Saadi), was killed after being shot during the nationwide protests of Dey 1404 (January 2026) in the city. He owned a cosmetics and personal care store called “Rose.” According to those close to him, he was known for his kindness, calm demeanor, and popularity among customers and acquaintances.
According to published reports, on 9 January 2026 (19 Dey 1404), while Raham was walking from his workplace toward his car, he was shot by security forces and injured in the side. After being transferred to a hospital, he remained hospitalized for four days under unclear circumstances, while his family was kept uninformed about his exact condition.
On 13 January 2026 (23 Dey 1404), official authorities announced the cause of his death as “cardiac arrest.” However, sources close to the family and reports circulating on social media state that his death resulted from the gunshot wounds he sustained during the shooting.
The body of this young man from Ahwaz was buried at 6:00 AM on 17 January 2026 (27 Dey 1404) under heavy security measures and with only a limited number of family members present. He was laid to rest in Section 10 of Behesht-Abad Cemetery in the city. According to reports, security forces also pressured the family after the burial to ensure that the fortieth-day memorial ceremony would be held without gatherings or large attendance.
Raham Seif’s name has been recorded among those killed during the January 2026 protests, and he is regarded as one of the symbols of the repression of these demonstrations.
