Continued Detention and Uncertainty Over the Fate of Zhina Ahmadi, Artist from Marivan, in Sanandaj Prison
According to information received by the Hana Human Rights Organization, on Monday, October 5, 2026, Zhina Ahmadi, an artist originally from the village of Nagleh, residing in Marivan and founder of the Zhilemo Music House, was arrested by security forces at her private residence and transferred to the women’s ward of Sanandaj Central Prison.
Ten days after her arrest, the artist remains in a state of uncertainty and is being held in the quarantine section of the women’s ward at Sanandaj Central Prison. During this period, Zhina Ahmadi has also been denied access to a lawyer, telephone calls, and visits from her family.
It should be noted that, as of the publication of this report, no information is available regarding the reasons for her arrest or the charges brought against this artist.