Iran's authorities have made significant arrests, detaining at least four prominent figures associated with the reformist movement. The arrests were executed on Sunday and were justified on accusations of attempting to disturb the country’s political and social order, purportedly benefiting Israel and the United States during the recent anti-government protests. Among those arrested is the general secretary of the Islamic Iranian Nation Unity party, Azar Mansouri, who also leads the reformist coalition, as well as a former diplomat and a former MP, indicating high-level targeting within the movement.

The detained officials represent key figures within the coalition known as the Front of Reformists, the main alliance of the moderate and reformist political factions in Iran. This coalition has been instrumental in advocating for social and political changes, making these arrests particularly significant as they may signal a crackdown on dissenting voices in the country's political landscape. Furthermore, reports suggest that additional members of this reformist group have been summoned by the judiciary and are expected to appear before the prosecutor's office, amplifying concerns about ongoing political repression.

These developments come amid a backdrop of ongoing protests in Iran, which have focused on a range of issues including political freedom and human rights abuses. The Iranian government has historically viewed reformist activities with suspicion, often portraying them as attempts to undermine state security. The linking of the reformists to foreign powers such as the US and Israel reflects a broader strategy by the Iranian regime to delegitimize dissent and maintain its grip on power during uncertain times.