An Iranian Turkman law student and poet, Ghezeljai was arrested for posting a poem in solidarity with Iranian women on November 16, 2022. He was facing charges of “belligerence,” which could result in a death penalty sentence. He was released temporarily on bail on December 29, 2022. He was held for over a month in Gonbade Kavus Prison and placed in quarantine during part of his detention.
Daniel Ghezeljai
Is case active: Yes
Country:Iran
Region:Middle East and North Africa
Gender:Male
Status:Conditional Release
Years active:2022