Iran’s authorities were released on the bail of a former football player Wuria Gafuri and the famous dissident Hossey Ronagi, detained during protests in the country. This is reported by AFP.
It is noted that the arrest of Gafuri caused indignation, since the Iranian team plays at the World Cup in Qatar.
Ronagi was detained shortly after the start of protests in mid -September. He announced a two -month hunger strike.
Radio Liberty reported arrest in Iran Gafuri a few days ago. He is charged with “anti -state propaganda.” Gafuri openly advocates the democratization of Iran, for the rights of women and in support of protests. He is one of the most popular Iranian athletes.