Human Rights

HRANA: Mohammad Hossein Sepehri Remains in Detention Without Clarity

Mohammad Hossein Sepehri has been detained for nearly 150 days without clarity on his status, raising concerns among his family. His brother, Asghar Sepehri, reported…

Dena Lanjabadi, Civil Activist Arrested in Marivan

Dena Lanjabadi, a Kurdish civil activist and former political prisoner, was arrested in Marivan by Iranian security forces and charged with 'propaganda against the regime.'…

Increase in Prisoner Suicide Rates; 800 Inmates Demand Removal of Urmia Central Prison Chief

Over 800 inmates at Urmia Central Prison have called for the removal of the prison chief due to rising suicide rates attributed to harassment. The…

Some German Parliament Representatives Call for Pressure on the Islamic Republic to End Executions in Iran

German parliament representatives have called for increased pressure on the Islamic Republic to halt executions in Iran, particularly following the execution of Kurdish political prisoners.…

Hengaw: At Least 32 Prisoners Have Died in Iranian Prisons in 2023

In 2023, at least 32 prisoners have died in Iranian prisons, with many cases linked to torture, lack of medical care, and suspicious circumstances. The…

Human Rights Sources: The Deceased Janitor at Niayesh Bridge Was 19 Years Old and a Citizen of Afghanistan

Elyas Mohammadi, a 19-year-old Afghan janitor, was killed by a supporter of the Islamic Republic after being thrown off Niayesh Bridge. His murder has sparked…

Summoning a Civil Activist to the Revolutionary Court in Aliabad Katul on Charges of Propaganda Against the Islamic Republic

Behrouz Izadi Rad, a civil activist, has been summoned to the Revolutionary Court in Iran on charges of propaganda against the Islamic Republic, likely linked…

Death Sentence Issued for Another Protester; Shahin Vossaf Accused of 'Spying for Israel'

Shahin Vossaf, a 27-year-old protester, has been sentenced to death for allegedly spying for Israel after being detained during protests in Iran. His trial lacked…

Narges Mansouri, Political Prisoner, Sentenced to 3 Years in a New Case

Narges Mansouri, a political prisoner in Iran, has been sentenced to 3 years in prison on charges of propaganda against the regime. Her lawyer claims…

Court Rejects Conditional Release of Environmental Prisoners

A court in Iran has denied conditional release for four environmental activists after six years of detention, despite legal provisions that suggest they should be…

Nahid Khodajoo, Labor Activist, Arrested and Transferred to Evin Prison

Nahid Khodajoo, a labor activist, was arrested by Iranian security forces and transferred to Evin Prison, where she is to serve a five-year sentence for…

Campaign 'Against Executions in Iran'; Activists on Social Media Call for 'Cutting This 45-Year Rope'

The 'Against Executions in Iran' campaign, initiated by Ghazaleh Sharmeh, seeks to halt executions in Iran, with significant participation from activists and notable figures like…

International Mother Language Day and Pressure on Teachers; A Human Rights Organization: 8 Kurdish Language Teachers Were Arrested Last Year

On International Mother Language Day, a human rights organization reported the arrest of 8 Kurdish language teachers and the sentencing of 5 to prison and…

Several Azerbaijani Civil Activists Sentenced to Prison

Several Azerbaijani civil activists in Iran have been sentenced to prison for charges including propaganda against the regime and conspiracy against national security. The Azerbaijani…

Monthly Report of the Kurdistan Human Rights Network: 10 Kurdish Prisoners Executed in One Month

The Kurdistan Human Rights Network reports that 10 Kurdish prisoners were executed in January, including Farhad Salimi, a Sunni Kurdish political prisoner, and four members…

VOA Persian Feb 20, 2024

Russian Court Again Extends Detention of American Journalist Gershkovich 'Without Charges'

A Russian court has extended the detention of American journalist Evan Gershkovich until March 30 without formal charges. Gershkovich was arrested on espionage charges, which…

VOA Persian Feb 20, 2024

65-Year-Old Protester Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for 'Insulting' Khomeini and Khamenei

Mohammad Ali Vahdati, a 65-year-old Kurdish protester, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for various charges including insulting Iranian leaders and participating in…

VOA Persian Feb 20, 2024

Fourth Week of the 'Black Tuesdays' Campaign; Continued Hunger Strike of Political Prisoners in Protest Against Death Sentences

Political prisoners across Iran are on a hunger strike for the fourth week in protest against death sentences, particularly in solidarity with those in Qezel…

VOA Persian Feb 19, 2024

Four Human Rights Organizations: Suppression, Arrest, and Persecution of Christians in Iran Continues

Four human rights organizations released a report detailing the ongoing persecution of Christians in Iran, highlighting an increase in arrests from 134 in 2022 to…

VOA Persian Feb 19, 2024

Detained for Celebrating National Team's Loss; Three of the Four Detainees in Javanrud are Children

Three children were detained in Javanrud for celebrating Iran's football team's loss to Qatar, highlighting ongoing issues of repression in the country. The incident reflects…

VOA Persian Feb 18, 2024

Hundreds Arrested in Russia for Commemorating Alexei Navalny; Yulia Navalnaya: I Love You

Over 400 people were arrested in Russia for commemorating Alexei Navalny, who recently died in prison under suspicious circumstances. Western leaders, including Joe Biden, have…

VOA Persian Feb 18, 2024

Arrest of a Citizen Following Visit to Family of Executed Kurdish Prisoner Mohammad Faramarzi

Pedram Hosseinpanahi, a Kurdish citizen, was arrested by Iranian security forces while visiting the family of executed political prisoner Mohammad Faramarzi. His arrest raises concerns…

VOA Persian Feb 17, 2024

Letter from Dozens of Kurdish Clerics to Mohseni Ejei: Cancel the Death Sentence of Mamosta Mohammad Khodrnejad

Nearly 250 Kurdish clerics have urged the Iranian judiciary to revoke the death sentence of Mamosta Mohammad Khodrnejad, who has been accused of extremism despite…

VOA Persian Feb 17, 2024