Arrest of Qasem Soleimani's Niece in the U.S.
April 5, 2026
Hamideh Soleimani Afsar, the niece of the assassinated Iranian general Qasem Soleimani, and her daughter were arrested in the U.S. due to alleged connections with the Iranian regime. U.S. authorities accuse them of promoting propaganda in favor of Tehran and praising attacks against American military targets. Afsar obtained permanent residency in 2021, while her daughter did so in 2023. Their luxurious lifestyle in Los Angeles, characterized by expensive cars and travels, has raised national security concerns. The Iranian side denies the allegations against them.