Meysam Rashidi
Is case active: Yes
Country:Iran
Region:Middle East and North Africa
Gender:Male
Status:Continued Harassment
Meysam Rashidi, an Iranian online commentator and sports journalist, was detained on August 5, 2025, after posting critical comments online about the Ardabil municipality following a complaint by the mayor. He was released on bail on August 7, 2025, pending trial. Earlier, on March 7, 2025, he was reportedly attacked and stabbed by municipality forces after publishing a video criticizing the local football team. He works with Qartal Ardabil news and focuses on sports-related commentary and local corruption.