Fallen Hero Sepehr Soltani; a teenager who bore the dream of freedom with him

Death Sepehr Soltani 15 years old in Iran Isfahan Malakshahr

Written by: Roodabeh

Sepehr Soltani, born on July 17, 2011, a 15-year-old teenager from Malekshahr, Isfahan, and a ninth-grade student, lost his life during the protests of January 2026. According to the account of his family and those who were with him at the time of the incident, Sepahr died on January 10th amidst clashes, tear gas, and a heavy presence of security forces in the Malekshahr area. Sepahr's family says he had openly expressed his critical views of the government for years. Despite her young age, she was sensitive to political and social issues and spoke of a different future for Iran. Alongside this rebellious spirit, she had a great passion for the hairdressing profession and spent months learning this trade at a training center. According to his close associates, his talent and perseverance had earned him a special place among the students. Sepehr also struggled with a lung problem; a condition that made him more vulnerable to air pollution, physical exertion, and stressful situations. According to his father, on the afternoon of January 10, Sepehr repeatedly insisted on leaving the house. The father, worried about the city's condition, first took her to the roof to observe the situat…

سپهر سلطانی · نوجوان ۱۵ساله · اصفهان

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