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Another Kolber Killed by Government Forces' Gunfire

Feb 3, 2026 February 3, 2026 2 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Tareq Nazari, a kolber, was killed by gunfire from Iranian border guards while working at the Nowsud border. This incident highlights the ongoing violence against kolbers, who are often targeted due to their economic struggles. The increase in such killings raises serious human rights concerns in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The killing of Tareq Nazari underscores the urgent need for international attention to human rights abuses in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Tareq Nazari MENTIONED
Victim
"His death highlights the dangers faced by kolbers, who are often targeted by state forces."
Islamic Republic's Border Guards MENTIONED
Government forces
"They are responsible for enforcing border security and have been implicated in violence against vulnerable populations."
Hengaw Human Rights Organization MENTIONED
Human rights watchdog
"They document human rights abuses in Iran, particularly against marginalized groups like kolbers."
Iran Human Rights Campaign MENTIONED
Human rights organization
"They raise awareness about human rights violations in Iran and advocate for accountability."

📰 What Happened

Tareq Nazari, a kolber, was killed by gunfire from Iranian border guards while working at the Nowsud border. His death is part of a troubling trend of violence against kolbers, who face increasing risks due to economic hardship.

  • At least 30 kolbers have been killed by Iranian military forces in the first eight months of the year.
  • The killings have raised significant human rights concerns and calls for accountability from various organizations.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The killing of kolbers reflects the dire economic situation in Iran and raises questions about government accountability and human rights.
🌍 Regional: This incident may exacerbate tensions between the Iranian government and marginalized communities, potentially leading to unrest.
🌐 International: The ongoing violence against kolbers could draw international condemnation and calls for intervention regarding human rights in Iran.

📚 Background

Kolbari is a form of labor where individuals carry goods across borders, often risking their lives due to economic desperation. The Iranian government has been criticized for its treatment of these workers.

Human rights violations in Iran Economic hardship and unemployment in border regions
📡 Source: OPPOSITION
📊 Confidence: 70%
The article is based on reports from human rights organizations, which may have a critical stance towards the Iranian government.

Another kolber was killed at the borders of Iran due to direct gunfire from the Islamic Republic's border guards. According to the Hengaw Human Rights Organization, Tareq Nazari was shot on Wednesday, October 3, at the 'Nowsud' border and died after being transferred to the hospital due to the severity of his injuries. Hengaw reported that Tareq Nazari was married and the father of three children. Previously, the Iran Human Rights Campaign reported that the number of kolbers and fuel carriers who are 'deliberately' targeted by the gunfire of the Islamic Republic's military forces has increased. In its report published on Friday, September 7, it emphasized that in the first eight months of the current year, at least 30 kolbers were killed by direct gunfire from the Islamic Republic's military forces, and during the same period, at least 198 kolbers were injured due to these deliberate shootings. The report notes that at least six of the victims were children. Kolbari is one of the dangerous and exhausting jobs in the border areas of Iran that many individuals turn to due to unemployment and economic difficulties. Continuing reactions to the killing of dozens of workers in Tabas; the Teachers' Guild of Tehran has called for clear accountability from officials. The Iran Human Rights Campaign: More kolbers and fuel carriers have been killed by the deliberate gunfire of the Islamic Republic's forces. Assad Spandar, a 24-year-old kolber, was shot dead by the Islamic Republic's agents. Warning from two human rights organizations about the 'alarming situation' in Iran: Immediate international attention is needed.

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Translation confidence: 90%

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