According to information received by Hana Human Rights Organization, Maryam Davoudian, a 58-year-old resident of Bukan, was arrested on Monday, April 20, 2026, after being summoned to the Intelligence Department and subsequently transferred to Orumiyeh Prison. According to a source close to her family, she was initially summoned via a phone call on Saturday, April 18, 2026, and upon reporting to the facility, she was served with a judicial order for a 10-day detention.
Based on available information, Ms. Davoudian suffers from several underlying health conditions, including thalassemia minor, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, and complications from an eye stroke that previously resulted in blindness in one eye. According to her relatives, her physical condition prior to detention required continuous medical care and regular access to specialized medication. However, family inquiries indicate that during her time in Orumiyeh Prison, her effective and continuous access to necessary medications and healthcare services has faced serious ambiguity and restrictions.
In light of this situation, the continued detention of such an individual without guaranteeing immediate, adequate, and effective access to medical care is in clear conflict with the legal obligations governing the treatment of persons deprived of their liberty. Under the minimum laws of the Islamic Republic, including the Criminal Procedure Code, every detainee has the right to request medical attention and examination following their arrest.
Furthermore, in accordance with Article 10 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, to which the Iranian government is a signatory, all persons deprived of their liberty shall be treated with humanity and with respect for the inherent dignity of the human person. Additionally, based on Rules 24 and 27 of the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for the Treatment of Prisoners (the Nelson Mandela Rules), the state is obligated to guarantee prisoners’ uninterrupted access to necessary healthcare, essential medications, and appropriate medical interventions. Failure to fulfill these obligations, especially regarding individuals with underlying illnesses, can be considered inhumane treatment and a violation of the state’s fundamental requirements regarding the right to health and the physical integrity of detainees.
Expressing grave concern over the situation of Maryam Davoudian, Hana Human Rights Organization calls for her immediate and unhindered access to specialized treatment, essential medications, and continuous medical care. The organization emphasizes that the direct responsibility for any physical deterioration, irreparable harm, or threat to her health and safety lies with the Director General of Intelligence of West Azerbaijan and the Prosecutor of Orumiyeh.