Human Rights

Criticism of the Interior Minister's 'Lying' About Metro Hijab Monitors Continues

The Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi faces backlash for allegedly lying about the spontaneous presence of hijab monitors in the metro, with a political party…

VOA Persian Nov 28, 2023

Russia Extends Detention of American Journalist Again

A Moscow court has extended the detention of American journalist Evan Gershkovich for another two months on espionage charges, which both he and the U.S.…

VOA Persian Nov 28, 2023

Meeting of Protest Representatives with Budget Organization Managers; Disabled Individuals' Arrears Remain Unresolved

A meeting between representatives of disabled protesters and Iranian budget officials failed to resolve key issues regarding unpaid benefits and budget allocations for disability support.…

VOA Persian Nov 27, 2023

Destruction of 'Historical Document' of Political Executions; Donation of Bahá'í Citizen's Body for Education Instead of Burial in Khavaran

The family of a Bahá'í citizen, Afaq Khosravi Vand, donated her body for medical education instead of burying her in Khavaran cemetery, which is significant…

VOA Persian Nov 27, 2023

Exclusive; Judicial Officials Set 'Condition' for 'Consolidation of Sentence' for Imprisoned Opponent of Mandatory Hijab

Souri Babaei Chaghini, a jailed activist opposing mandatory hijab, faces conditions from judicial officials in Qazvin for the consolidation of his sentences, including expressing remorse.…

VOA Persian Nov 27, 2023

Arrest of 11 Officials in Hormozgan on Charges of Fuel Smuggling

Eleven officials in Hormozgan, including village heads and ministry employees, were arrested for allegedly aiding fuel smuggling by issuing false confirmations for machinery. This highlights…

VOA Persian Nov 26, 2023

Hijab Monitors: 'Spontaneous' Groups Operating Under the Supervision of the IRGC and Basij; Interior Ministry's Support for Hijab Monitors

The Iranian Interior Ministry has confirmed that newly organized hijab monitors, previously described as 'spontaneous,' are operating under the supervision of the IRGC and Basij,…

VOA Persian Nov 26, 2023

Mohammad Borougni's Death Sentence Changed to 5 Years in Prison and 10 Years Exile

Mohammad Borougni, a 19-year-old protester, had his death sentence reduced to 5 years in prison and 10 years of exile after a retrial. His case…

VOA Persian Nov 25, 2023

Niloufar Hamedi's Husband: We protested on November 20, but the case has not yet gone to 'appeal'

Niloufar Hamedi's husband reported a delay in her appeal process after they protested against her unjust sentencing. Hamedi, a journalist, has been imprisoned for over…

VOA Persian Nov 24, 2023

Experts Discuss the Government Committee Investigating the Nationwide Protests of 2022

A government committee in Iran has released a report on the protests of 2022, which experts criticize as lacking substance and primarily focused on internal…

VOA Persian Nov 24, 2023

Human Rights Sources: Detainees in Prisons Face 'Indecision and Pressure'

Human rights sources report ongoing pressure and indecision affecting detainees in Iran, including Abbas Korkori and Ali Rezaei, with allegations of mistreatment and lack of…

Police Fire Tear Gas at Protesters of 'Razayat Khodro' Company in Qazvin

Hundreds of victims of the 'Razayat Khodro' company protested in Qazvin demanding the return of their investments, leading to violent clashes with police who used…

Details of the Agreement Between Israel and Hamas for the Exchange of Israeli Hostages for Palestinian Prisoners

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a four-day ceasefire starting December 3, during which 50 Israeli hostages will be exchanged for 150 Palestinian prisoners. Qatar…

Human Rights Sources: The Islamic Republic Secretly Executed Milad Zahraei, a 21-Year-Old Imprisoned Protester

Milad Zahraei, a 21-year-old protester, was secretly executed in Iran without prior notice to his family. He was accused of killing an IRGC officer during…

Israeli Forces Arrest Head and Several Doctors of Shifa Hospital

Israeli forces arrested Mohammed Abusalmieh, the head of Shifa Hospital, and several doctors in Gaza following the release of videos showing Hamas hostages at the…

Concerns of 200 Activists Over Continued Detention of Several National, Civil, and Political Activists

Around 200 Azerbaijani activists have condemned the ongoing detention of several national, civil, and political activists in Iran, demanding their release. The detainees, including Davood…

VOA Persian Nov 22, 2023

Sit-in by Some Students at Sharif University in Support of Protesting Students at Beheshti University

Students at Beheshti University are protesting against security forces' actions against female students not adhering to hijab rules, leading to a sit-in supported by students…

VOA Persian Nov 21, 2023

Concerns of Human Rights Observers; Pressure on Iran's Baha'i Community Intensified in October and November 2023

The Iranian government has intensified its repression of the Baha'i community, with numerous arrests and sentences reported in recent months. Human rights organizations and international…

VOA Persian Nov 21, 2023

Summons of Hossein Ronaghi, Civil Activist, and Kamal Lotfi, Family Member of Victims, to Court

Hossein Ronaghi and Kamal Lotfi have been summoned to court for their activism related to the deaths of protest victims in Iran. Ronaghi's summons is…

VOA Persian Nov 21, 2023

Spanish Police Arrest Three in Connection with Attempted Assassination of Former Politician

Spanish police arrested three individuals in connection with the attempted assassination of Alejandro Vidal Cuadras, a former politician and founder of the far-right Vox party.…

Amnesty International USA Expresses Satisfaction with Temporary Release of Tomaj Salehi; All Charges Against Him Should Be Dropped

Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rap artist and critic of the Islamic Republic, has been temporarily released on bail after over a year in prison. Amnesty…

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom: Mandatory Hijab in Iran Violates Human Rights

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom has condemned Iran's mandatory hijab laws as a violation of human rights, linking them to the death of…

Continued Government Pressure on Educators in Iran; Three Teacher Union Activists Arrested

The Iranian government has intensified its crackdown on teacher union activists, with recent arrests and dismissals highlighting ongoing repression in the education sector. Key figures…