Hessamuddin Mohammad Joneydi

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Hessamuddin Mohammad Joneydi was imprisoned for his religious belief and activity.

In June 2024, Iranian authorities arrested Joneydi and pressured him to renounce his faith. 

In July 2025, authorities sentenced him to 8 years, 1 month's imprisonment "propaganda activities contrary to Islamic law" and "propaganda against the regime." Examples cited by legal authorities included participating in Christian training courses abroad (Turkey), attending online and house churches, and promoting Christianity online and in person.

On an unknown date, Joneydi was released on bail.