Human Rights

Farhad Salimi Transferred to Solitary Confinement; Amnesty International Warns of 'Imminent Execution' Risk

Farhad Salimi, a Kurdish prisoner at risk of execution, has been moved to solitary confinement, raising alarms from Amnesty International about his imminent execution. This…

VOA Persian Jan 22, 2024

Families of Israeli Hostages Storm Israeli Parliament in Protest

Families of Israeli hostages protested in the Israeli Parliament, demanding more action for their loved ones' release amid ongoing conflict with Hamas. The protest highlights…

VOA Persian Jan 22, 2024

Rejection of Re-examination Request for Reza Rasayi by the Supreme Court of the Islamic Republic; 'Serious Risk of Execution' Exists

The Supreme Court of Iran has rejected Reza Rasayi's request for a re-examination of his death sentence, raising concerns about his imminent execution. Rasayi was…

VOA Persian Jan 21, 2024

Hrana: Political prisoner Vahid Sarikhgol continues to be deprived of medical care despite poor health

Vahid Sarikhgol, a political prisoner in Iran, is suffering from severe health issues but is being denied medical care. He was sentenced to 16 years…

VOA Persian Jan 21, 2024

Mahmoud Beheshti Langaroudi, Teachers' Union Activist, Charged Again

Mahmoud Beheshti Langaroudi, a teachers' union activist, has been charged again with propaganda against the regime and spreading falsehoods after being previously acquitted. His repeated…

VOA Persian Jan 21, 2024

Exclusive | Qazal Hessar Prison Through the Eyes of Eyewitnesses; From Execution Suites to Punishing Political Prisoners with Chains

Eyewitnesses report severe overcrowding, inadequate facilities, and human rights violations in Qazal Hessar Prison, which houses around 15,000 prisoners. Conditions include poor nutrition, lack of…

VOA Persian Jan 20, 2024

Brother of Yorush Mehrali Bigloo, Imprisoned Civil Activist, Calls for Public Support for Political Prisoners

Yilmaz Mehrali Bigloo has called for public support for political prisoners, including his brother Yorush, who has been detained for 74 days without proper communication.…

VOA Persian Jan 20, 2024

Kurdistan Human Rights Network: Health Condition of Saman Yasin is 'Unsatisfactory'

Saman Yasin, a protest rapper imprisoned for over 15 months, is reported to be in poor health due to a hunger strike and lack of…

VOA Persian Jan 20, 2024

A Police Official in Semnan Province: Two Arrested for Insulting 'Qassem Soleimani' and the Kerman Incident on Social Media

Two individuals were arrested in Semnan Province for insulting Qassem Soleimani and the victims of the Kerman incident on social media, amid a crackdown on…

Halvash: Several Citizens Arrested in Zahedan

Several citizens were arrested in Zahedan, including members of a mosque, amid protests against a Pakistani missile attack that killed nine people. The situation highlights…

Hundreds Protest in Support of Imprisoned Activist in Russia

Hundreds protested in Bashkortostan, Russia, in support of activist Fael Alsinov, who was sentenced to four years in prison for inciting ethnic hatred. The protests…

Netherlands Summons Iranian Ambassador; Protests Over Death of Dutch Child in IRGC Attack on Erbil

The Dutch Foreign Minister summoned the Iranian ambassador following the death of a Dutch child in an IRGC attack on Erbil. The incident has drawn…

Abdul Hamid: Iran and Pakistan Should Engage in Dialogue; Protesters in Zahedan Chant 'Death to Khamenei'

Mawlawi Abdul Hamid called for dialogue between Iran and Pakistan to address recent conflicts that have led to civilian casualties, particularly among women and children.…

The 'Justice Team' Initiative for Executed Political Prisoners Unveiled in the German Parliament

The 'Justice Team' initiative was launched in Germany to seek justice for political prisoners executed during the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement. It involves German parliamentarians…

Temporary Detention Order for Journalist Ebrahim Rashidi Extended for Another Month

Ebrahim Rashidi, a journalist in Iran, has had his temporary detention extended for another month after being charged with propaganda against the regime and spreading…

Arrest and Sentencing of Several Protesters, Students, and Artists in Iran

Several protesters, students, and artists in Iran have been arrested and sentenced, including Omran Gorgij and Siamak Nasiri. These actions reflect the ongoing repression of…

Amnesty International: Four Kurdish Prisoners 'Enforced Disappeared' at Serious Risk of Execution

Amnesty International has warned that four Kurdish prisoners in Iran are at serious risk of execution following unfair trials and enforced disappearances. The organization has…

The U.S. Calls for 'Unconditional Freedom' of Narges Mohammadi and All 'Political Prisoners' in Iran

The U.S. has condemned the 15-month prison sentence of Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi and called for her unconditional release, alongside the temporary release…

Abdollah Momeni Sent to Prison to Serve One Year Sentence After Appearing at the Execution Unit

Abdollah Momeni has been imprisoned for one year for participating in a conference aimed at discussing solutions for Iran. His lawyer disputes claims made by…

Civil and Professional Activists Support Roya Hashmati: The Punishment of Flogging Must Be Stopped

Over 20 activists issued a statement supporting Roya Hashmati, who was punished with 74 lashes for opposing mandatory hijab. The activists condemned the Islamic Republic's…

Suicide in Iranian Prisons; Death of a Prisoner Sentenced to Amputation and Transfer of Vahid Chavaran to Hospital

Two prisoners in Iran committed suicide in protest against harsh prison conditions and sentences, including Vahid Chavaran, who attempted suicide after being sentenced to 12…

Mustafa Zamani Arrested in Isfahan Refinery; Reza Aghdasi Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison in Tehran

Mustafa Zamani, a labor activist, was arrested in Isfahan while Reza Aghdasi was sentenced to four years in prison for security charges. The arrests highlight…

Atakeh Rajabi, the Dismissed Teacher and Imprisoned Activist, Released

Atakeh Rajabi, a dismissed teacher and activist, has been released from prison after serving part of her sentence for supporting protests. Her release highlights ongoing…

VOA Persian Jan 16, 2024