Ramin dreamed of completing his military service and attending university to study civil engineering. He wanted to help build modern infrastructure for Iran's future generations. His ultimate dream was to see Iran become a democracy where soldiers protected citizens' rights, not suppressed them.
Ramin Ramezani was a 20-year-old soldier on leave who joined the peaceful protests on June 15, 2009, just days after Iran's disputed presidential election. Despite his military service, Ramin believed in peaceful democratic change and could not stand aside while his fellow citizens demanded their votes be counted. He was among the first victims of the Green Movement, shot dead by security forces while participating in a peaceful demonstration. His death showed that even those who served the country were not safe from regime violence when they stood for democracy.
I serve my country, not its oppressors
Ramin's death as a soldier killed by the regime shocked many in Iran's military and security forces. His story highlighted the internal divisions within Iran's institutions and inspired others in uniform to question their orders. His sacrifice demonstrated that the movement crossed all boundaries of class, profession, and background.
A 25-year-old graduate student from a conservative family whose death from torture exposed the horrors of Kahrizak detention center and led to its closure.
“His suffering exposed the horrors of Kahrizak”
A 24-year-old songwriter and technology student who became the first known victim to die at Kahrizak detention center. His music expressed hope for a democratic Iran.
“My songs will live on when tyranny falls”
An 18-year-old student who became the youngest known victim of Kahrizak detention center. His death highlighted the regime's brutality against Iran's youth.
“Tell my mother I died for freedom”
Their Path Continues
The memory of our eternal names lives in our hearts and will continue until Iran is free
Woman, Life, Freedom