Human Rights

Several Detained Teachers and Labor Activists Released on Heavy Bail

Several labor activists and teachers, including Anisha Asadollahi and Reyhaneh Ansarinezha, were released on heavy bail after being detained during a visit to a fellow…

Josep Borrell Strongly Condemns the Execution of Habib Asiyud in Conversation with Amir-Abdollahian

Josep Borrell condemned the execution of Habib Asiyud in a conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, calling for a halt to another execution of…

Six Political Prisoners Demand an End to Executions

Six female political prisoners in Iran have issued a statement condemning recent executions and calling for an end to capital punishment. The statement reflects the…

Legal Cases Formed Against Baran Kowsari and Shaghayegh Dehghan Due to Opposition to Mandatory Hijab

Legal cases have been initiated against Iranian actresses Baran Kowsari and Shaghayegh Dehghan for appearing without hijabs, reflecting a broader crackdown on dissent against mandatory…

Islamic Republic Executes Two Prisoners on Charges of 'Insulting the Prophet'

The Islamic Republic of Iran executed two prisoners, Youssef Mehrad and Sadrollah Fazeli-Zare, on charges of 'insulting the Prophet' and 'apostasy.' This act has drawn…

Mandatory Hijab | Athletics Federation President Resigns; Attorney General Issues Warnings to Pilots

The Iranian government is intensifying its crackdown on women opposing mandatory hijab, with the Attorney General calling for action against women not complying on airplanes.…

Israel Returns Detained Jordanian Lawmaker to His Country

Israel has returned Jordanian lawmaker Imad Al-Adwan, arrested for attempting to smuggle weapons into the West Bank, to Jordan for legal proceedings. His parliamentary immunity…

Interrogation of Protest Rapper; Toumaj Salehi Participated 'via Video Conference' in Court

Toumaj Salehi, a protest rapper, participated in an interrogation via video conference while imprisoned. His lawyer expressed concerns about delays in the legal process and…

Law Serves 'Honor Killings'; A Human Rights Organization Reports Release of a Killer One Week After Arrest

A father who murdered his daughter was released from prison just a week after his arrest, facilitated by the consent of the victim's mother. This…

Right-wing Presidential Candidate in Paraguay Arrested

Paraguayo Cubas, a right-wing presidential candidate in Paraguay, was arrested after alleging election fraud and calling for protests. He finished third in the election, which…

Prominent Opponents of the Islamic Republic Condemn the Execution of Habib Asyoud

Prominent Iranian activists condemned the execution of Habib Asyoud, an Iranian-Swedish citizen, citing the lack of a fair trial and the corrupt judicial system of…

Habib Asiyud, Iranian-Swedish Citizen, Executed

Habib Asiyud, an Iranian-Swedish citizen and leader of the 'Harakat Nidal' group, was executed in Iran after being abducted from Turkey. His execution highlights the…

The European Union Condemns the Execution of Habib Asyoud 'in the Strongest Terms'

The European Union condemned the execution of Iranian-Swedish citizen Habib Asyoud, reiterating its opposition to the death penalty and expressing solidarity with Sweden. The execution…

Reactions to the Execution of Habib Asyoud | Iran Human Rights Organization: 'Extrajudicial Killing' and 'Terrorist Act'

Habib Asyoud, a dual Iranian-Swedish citizen, was executed by Iran, leading to international outrage, particularly from Sweden. The Iran Human Rights Organization condemned the execution…

VOA Persian May 5, 2023

71 Arrested for 'Major Currency Disruption' in Iran; Ahmad Alavi: It's Just a Facade

Iran's Ministry of Intelligence has arrested 71 individuals for alleged major currency disruption amid rising dollar prices, which have reached 55,000 tomans. Economic experts criticize…

VOA Persian May 4, 2023

Exclusive; 'Life Threat' for Samaneh Nowruz Moradi, Political Prisoner with Cancer

Samaneh Nowruz Moradi, a political prisoner suffering from multiple severe health issues, has been arrested again and is in solitary confinement without access to necessary…

VOA Persian May 4, 2023

Increased Criticism of Internet Disruption in Sistan and Baluchestan; 18 Baluch Executed in Five Days

At least 18 Baluch citizens were executed in Iran within five days, amid ongoing internet disruptions in Sistan and Baluchestan, which human rights groups claim…

Livelihood Protests and Pressure on Labor Activists; Lawyer Warns About Davood Razavi's Health Condition

Protests over living conditions in Iran continue as labor activists face increasing pressure and imprisonment. Lawyers report concerning health conditions of detained activists, including Davood…

Global Drug Market Suppression Operation in the Dark Web; 300 Arrested

A major international crackdown on a dark web drug market led to the arrest of nearly 300 individuals and the seizure of over $53 million.…

Summoning of Several Artists Opposing Mandatory Hijab; Tehran Prosecutor Threatens Them with Arrest

Tehran's prosecutor has summoned several artists for opposing mandatory hijab and threatened them with arrest if they do not comply. This crackdown follows a speech…

Ceasefire Established in Gaza One Day After Palestinian Prisoner's Death

A ceasefire was established in Gaza after clashes following the death of Palestinian prisoner Khader Adnan, who had been on a hunger strike. The situation…

Continued Strike of Project Workers; Several Contractors in South Pars Arrested

Project and contract workers in Iran are continuing their strike over demands for significant wage increases and better working conditions, leading to their return home…

Continuation of Burnt Scenarios; Security Media: Opponents of Mandatory Hijab are Paid

Iranian security media claim that women protesting mandatory hijab are being paid for their actions, alleging arrests of individuals involved in these protests. This narrative…