Iran Retrials Five Abadan Journalists Over Protest Coverage

Five Abadan journalists faced a second trial on November 9, 2026, at Branch 103 of the Abadan Criminal Court II for their coverage of protests. The retrial signals continued judicial pressure on press freedom in Iran, though the specific charges and verdict remain unclear. This follows a pattern of post-2022 crackdowns on journalists, indicating sustained state repression.

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