Iranian economic reporter Mehdi Afsharnik has remained unaccounted for since last week, when he was arrested by security forces.
The details surrounding his arrest are unclear, fueling concerns about his fate.
It remains unclear when exactly Afsharnik was apprehended, which security institution conducted the arrest and what he is accused of.
According to IranWire sources, Afsharnik had a brief phone call with his family following his arrest.
Afsharnik, a well-respected journalist who has worked for various publications including Etemad and Shargh newspapers, has also authored a book and produced documentaries.
He had faced arrest in the past.
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