The Iranian Writers’ Association has reported the arrest of Elyas Qanavati Lari, a writer and poet residing in Mahshahr, highlighting the ongoing crackdown by security forces on cultural activists, artists, and writers.
According to the report, Qanavati was detained on October 21, 2023, following a raid by security agents who took him to an undisclosed location.
Information received indicates that security forces stormed the location where this cultural activist was present. Since his arrest, efforts to ascertain his status have been unsuccessful, and there is no information available regarding the reasons for his detention, the charges against him, the exact location of his custody, or his physical condition. The continuation of this state of uncertainty has heightened concerns regarding the health and safety of this writer.
Elyas Qanavati Lari is an active and concerned writer and poet from the region, having produced a diverse body of work in literature and thought. Among his published and recognized works are the book “Two Absurd Plays for Dust to Settle” and the article “Proudhon and Marx on the Scene of Theft.” Additionally, his poems and writings have been consistently featured in various literary and cultural publications and websites over recent years.
