ISFAHAN, IRAN — Iranian authorities have arrested Fariba Diba, a 36-year-old mother and housewife, at her home in central Isfahan on charges of engaging in “propaganda activities” against the Islamic Republic.
The arrest occurred early Sunday morning, when seven security officers entered her residence with a judicial warrant issued by the Isfahan province judiciary office. The warrant specifically cited “propaganda against the Islamic Republic” as the reason for her detention.
According to sources close to the family, Diba had recently shared social media content in support of Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s former Shah. The Islamic Republic considers such expressions as subversive and illegal under its broad definition of anti-state propaganda.
Authorities confiscated her phone, laptop, computer, and storage devices during the home search. Her current location remains undisclosed, although the family believes she may be held at the Soroush Detention Center in Isfahan.
Diba has made only two short phone calls to her family since her arrest. During the calls, she was allowed to speak only with her five-year-old child, while other family members were warned not to ask any questions.
Despite repeated inquiries, officials have provided no formal information about her status or possible charges.
Her arrest underscores the Iranian government’s continued crackdown on online dissent and perceived opposition, especially against women who voice support for figures like Reza Pahlavi or challenge state narratives.
