ccording to reports by human rights activists, Ali Albuhalaf and Hossein Odeh, two Arab students from the city of Abadan and microbiology students at the Islamic Azad University, Varamin Branch, have been arrested by security forces since January 8, 2026, and remain in detention.
As of the time of this report, the place of detention and the charges against these two students have not been officially disclosed.
Serious concern has been raised regarding the health condition of Hossein Odeh. He suffers from diabetes and requires regular medication and ongoing medical care. Reports indicate that during his detention, he has not had access to adequate medical treatment, significantly increasing fears about his physical well-being.
These arrests come amid a broader wave of repression linked to the January 2026 protests.
