The Kahrizak Detention Center is a facility located near Tehran, Iran. It is known for holding individuals accused of various offenses, including political dissent and protests. The center has been criticized for its conditions and treatment of detainees. Established in the early 2000s, Kahrizak gained international attention during the 2009 Iranian presidential election protests. Reports of human rights abuses, including torture and inadequate medical care, have raised concerns among human rights organizations and activists regarding the treatment of those held there.