Human Rights

Erfan Soltani, Iranian Protester Released on Bail After Facing Death Sentence

Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian protester, was arrested during a crackdown on anti-government demonstrations and has now been released on bail. His case highlights the…

Google Feb 2, 2026

Iran Protests EU's Terror Designation of Revolutionary Guard by Summoning Ambassadors

Iran has summoned European Union ambassadors to express its protest against the designation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. This…

Google Jan 25, 2026

Khamenei Orders Suppression of Protests by Any Means Necessary

On January 9, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei instructed the Supreme National Security Council to suppress ongoing protests in Iran using any means necessary. This…

Google Jan 24, 2026

Iran Protest Crackdown Death Toll Reaches 5,002 Amid US Naval Movements

The death toll from the crackdown on protests in Iran has reached 5,002, highlighting the severity of the government's response to dissent. Former President Trump…

Iran's Protest Crackdown Death Toll Surpasses 5,000 Amid US Military Movements

The death toll from the crackdown on protests in Iran has reached at least 5,002, highlighting the severe response to dissent in the country. Former…

Trump Warns of U.S. Naval Presence as Death Toll from Iran Protests Exceeds 5,000

President Trump has issued a warning regarding a U.S. naval 'armada' heading towards Iran amidst escalating tensions. Activists report that the death toll from the…

Iran's Protest Crackdown Death Toll Reaches 5,002 Amid US Military Concerns

The death toll from the crackdown on protests in Iran has risen to at least 5,002, highlighting the severity of the government's response to dissent.…

Death Toll in Iran's Protest Crackdown Surpasses 5,000 Amid US Naval Movements

The death toll from the crackdown on protests in Iran has reached at least 5,002, highlighting the severity of the government's response to dissent. Former…

Iran Protest Death Toll Reaches 5,002 Amid US Military Movements

The death toll from the crackdown on protests in Iran has reached 5,002, highlighting the severity of the government's response to dissent. Former President Trump…

Death Toll in Iran Protest Crackdown Reaches 5,002 Amid US Naval Movements

The death toll from the crackdown on protests in Iran has reached 5,002, highlighting the severity of the government's response to dissent. Former President Trump…

Iran's Protest Crackdown Death Toll Exceeds 5,000 Amid US Military Movements

Iran's crackdown on protests has resulted in at least 5,002 deaths, highlighting the severe response to civil unrest. Former President Trump has commented on the…

Bing Jan 23, 2026

Trump Announces Military Armada Heading Towards Iran Amid Protests

President Trump announced that a significant military presence, referred to as an 'armada,' is moving towards Iran amid the country's crackdown on protests. This situation…

Iran Protests Escalate Amid Internet Blackout and Rising Casualties

Iran is experiencing widespread protests amid a significant internet blackout, with estimates of over 3,900 deaths and 24,000 arrests reported. The situation involves various citizens…

Iran Protests Escalate Amid Ongoing Internet Blackout

Iran is experiencing widespread protests amid a 12-day internet blackout, resulting in over 3,900 deaths and 24,000 arrests, as reported by Mahsa Alimardani from WITNESS.…

Hackers Disrupt Iran State TV to Air Messages from Exiled Crown Prince Amid Protest Crackdown

Hackers targeted Iran's state television satellite transmission to broadcast messages from the exiled crown prince, amidst a crackdown on protests that has resulted in at…

Hackers Disrupt Iranian State TV to Broadcast Messages from Exiled Crown Prince Amid Protests

Hackers have disrupted Iran's state TV satellite transmission to broadcast messages from the exiled crown prince, amidst ongoing protests and a violent crackdown by authorities…

Hackers Disrupt Iran State TV to Broadcast Message from Exiled Crown Prince Amidst Ongoing Protests

Hackers targeted Iran's state TV satellite transmission to broadcast a message from the exiled crown prince. This incident follows a violent crackdown on protests, resulting…

Hackers Disrupt Iran State TV to Air Message from Exiled Crown Prince Amid Protests

Hackers successfully targeted Iran's state TV satellite transmission to broadcast a message from the exiled crown prince, amidst ongoing protests and a violent crackdown by…

Google Jan 19, 2026

Bing news Iran Jan 15, 2026

Iran Protests Reach Record Death Toll; Khamenei Criticizes Trump

The death toll from ongoing protests in Iran has reached a record high, prompting Supreme Leader Khamenei to criticize former President Trump. The protests are…

US Issues Warning to Iran Amid Escalating Protests and Crackdown

The US has warned Iran during an emergency UN meeting that all options are on the table amid escalating protests against the Iranian theocracy, which…

Radio Farda Mar 29, 2025

Lawyer of Iranian Student Arrested in the U.S. Claims He Did Not Participate in Any Protests

Alireza Doroudi, a 32-year-old Iranian PhD student at the University of Alabama, was arrested by U.S. immigration officials citing national security concerns, despite his lawyer…

Radio Farda Mar 25, 2025

Palestinian Filmmaker Awarded Oscar 'Detained and Then Released'

Hamdan Bilal, a Palestinian filmmaker and Oscar winner, was injured and briefly detained following an attack by Israeli settlers during an Iftar gathering in his…

Radio Farda Mar 24, 2025

Uncertain Future for Undocumented Afghans in Iran Amid Intensified Crackdowns

Iran's new policies have severely restricted undocumented Afghans' access to essential services, forcing many to return to an unstable Afghanistan. This has led to widespread…

VOA Persian Mar 7, 2025