The Hana Human Rights Organization has learned that Shayan Zarei, a 23-year-old Kurdish citizen and follower of the Yarsan faith, was killed by direct fire from forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) near the town of Kuzaran, in Kermanshah County, on the evening of Friday, November 13, 2026.
According to information received, Mr. Zarei was traveling near Kuzaran with two other citizens when IRGC forces opened fire on them without warning. Mr. Zarei died at the scene. No precise information is yet available on the condition or whereabouts of the two other men, including whether they were arrested or wounded.
According to the report, Mr. Zarei had been prosecuted several years ago in connection with a case involving a group altercation that resulted in a death, and was temporarily released on heavy bail after a period in detention.
At the time of writing, Hana has not obtained any details on the identity of the two citizens who were with Mr. Zarei.