Abolfazl Khaledi

Their life

Abolfazl Khaledi, a 24-year-old resident of Lordegan in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province, was killed after being shot by Iranian government forces during protests in early January 2026. He was one of several local residents who lost their lives when security forces opened direct fire on demonstrators.

Abolfazl Khaledi lived in the city of Lordegan, located in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province. On the evening of January 7, 2026, he was present during public protests in the city. According to information verified by the Hengaw Organization for Human Rights, Iranian security forces responded to the demonstrations with extreme force, using live ammunition against civilians. Abolfazl Khaledi was among seven residents killed that night by direct gunfire. His death contributed to a sharp rise in the confirmed number of fatalities in Lordegan during the protests.

How they died

Abolfazl Khaledi was killed during anti-government protests in Lordegan, where Iranian security forces used live ammunition to suppress demonstrators.

Abolfazl Khaledi was shot directly by Iranian security forces during protests in Lordegan. Security units opened fire on demonstrators, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. His killing was part of a documented pattern of excessive and lethal force used against unarmed civilians.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Abolfazl Khaledi, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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