Human Rights

Reuters: Russian Forces in Ukraine Committing 'Torture and Sexual Violence'

Russian forces in Ukraine are accused of committing torture and sexual violence against prisoners, with significant evidence gathered by Ukrainian authorities. The allegations have been…

VOA Persian Aug 2, 2023

Lawyer of the Accused Reports; Six Years Imprisonment for a Prisoner After Pardon

Meisam Dehban-zadeh, a detainee from last year's protests, has been sentenced to six years in prison despite previously receiving a pardon. His lawyer argues that…

Continued Criticism of the 'Hijab and Chastity' Bill; Users: A Means for Government Revenue

The Iranian judiciary has classified hijab violations as eighth-degree crimes, leading to significant fines and penalties. The new 'Hijab and Chastity' bill has sparked widespread…

The U.S. Monitors the Conditions of Imprisoned Iranian Journalists; The World Witnesses Human Rights Violations in Iran

The U.S. is actively monitoring the conditions of two imprisoned Iranian journalists, Niloufar Hamedi and Elahe Mohammadi, who were arrested during protests following Mahsa Amini's…

Commander of the IRGC Warns of Repeat Protests and 'Strongest Struggle' Against the Islamic Republic

IRGC Commander Hossein Salami warns of potential protests on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, labeling past protests as the strongest struggle against the regime.…

Pardon of 'Seven Thousand Prisoners' in Myanmar; Suu Kyi Remains Under House Arrest

Myanmar's military government pardoned Aung San Suu Kyi for some charges but continues her house arrest amid ongoing political unrest. The military has delayed elections…

Attack by 100 Officers on Protesters in Agh-Dareh Takab; Dozens Detained with 'Violence'

In Agh-Dareh, Takab County, Iranian security forces violently clashed with local protesters demanding employment at a gold mine, resulting in dozens of arrests and injuries.…

VOA Persian Jul 31, 2023

Mandatory Hijab | Ministry of Culture: 'Taqche' Does Not Have Operating License; Users: Access Has Been Blocked!

The Iranian Ministry of Culture has announced that the online book platform Taqche lacks the necessary licenses to operate, following pressure due to images of…

VOA Persian Jul 30, 2023

Three Kurdish Civil Activists Arrested in Sanandaj by Security Agencies

Three Kurdish civil activists were arrested in Sanandaj, Iran, without clear reasons or judicial warrants. The arrests come amid ongoing persecution of ethnic minorities in…

VOA Persian Jul 30, 2023

Letters from 'Two Advisors to the President of Tarbiat Modares University' Exposed for Suppressing Student Protests

Documents from Tarbiat Modares University reveal that two advisors to the university president sought to suppress student protests during the 2022 nationwide unrest. Rasoul Hoshamand…

VOA Persian Jul 30, 2023

Zahra Saidiankhajoo, sister of slain protester, in 'IRGC detention': Save me

Zahra Saidiankhajoo, sister of a protester killed in Izeh, has been detained by the IRGC and is pleading for help from her family. Her detention…

VOA Persian Jul 28, 2023

Two Labor Unions Protest Reihaneh Ansarinezhad's Prison Sentence: It Is Fabrication

Two labor unions in Iran condemned the four-year prison sentence of labor activist Reihaneh Ansarinezhad, calling it a fabricated case. The unions criticized the lack…

The 'Mahsa Amini Human Rights and Security Accountability Act' Reaches the Senate; Islamic Republic on the Brink of More Sanctions

A bipartisan bill titled 'Mahsa Amini Human Rights Accountability Act' has been introduced in the U.S. Senate to impose additional sanctions on Iran due to…

Full text of the 'Hijab and Chastity' bill published; from monetary penalties to restrictions on social media activities and travel bans

The Iranian government has published a comprehensive bill aimed at enforcing mandatory hijab and chastity, outlining severe penalties for violations. This legislation follows widespread protests…

Continued Civil Disobedience Against Mandatory Hijab; Judiciary: It's the Work of the 'Enemy Think Tank'

Women in Iran continue to resist the mandatory hijab policy, prompting government officials to blame foreign enemies for the unrest. Recent statements from religious leaders…

Execution of Five Individuals in Kuwait; Suspect of Attack on Shia Mosque Hanged

Kuwait executed five prisoners, including a suspect in a 2015 bombing of a Shia mosque that killed 27 people. The executions highlight ongoing tensions regarding…

Mandatory Hijab; Judiciary Forms Case Against 'Taqche' Employees

The Iranian judiciary has formed a case against employees of the Taqche platform for not adhering to mandatory hijab, following social media posts showing women…

Continued Pressure on Women Activists; Court Proceedings for 'Zainab Zaman' and 'Anisha Asadollahi' Sent to Prison

Zainab Zaman faced court proceedings on charges related to national security, while Anisha Asadollahi was sent to prison to serve a five-year sentence for her…

Exclusive; A Teachers' Union Activist from Kurdistan: The Government's Iron Fist Policy is Doomed to Fail

A teachers' union activist in Kurdistan criticized the Iranian government's harsh measures against teachers, asserting that such policies will fail to suppress protests. The Kurdistan…

Shahre Qamar, Actress, Arrested

Shahre Qamar, an Iranian actress, was arrested for allegedly spreading psychological insecurity and insulting government officials on social media. This incident highlights the ongoing crackdown…

Amnesty International: The Iranian Government Must Be Held Accountable for Suppressing Opponents of Mandatory Hijab

Amnesty International has called for an end to the Iranian government's suppression of opponents of mandatory hijab, urging global accountability for human rights violations against…

Due to the publication of images of some employees without hijab; the 'Taqche' platform is under pressure from government institutions

The Taqche platform faces pressure from government entities after images of its employees without hijab were published online, leading to the termination of contracts by…

Re-examination of Mohammad Qabadi's Case Following the Overturning of Death Sentence

The Supreme Court of Iran has overturned the death sentence of Mohammad Qabadi, a 22-year-old protester accused of killing a police officer. His case will…