Human Rights

Spokesperson of Tehran Teachers' Union Summoned for Prison Sentence Execution

Mohammad Habibi, spokesperson for the Tehran Teachers' Union, has been summoned to serve a 6-month prison sentence related to his protests against school poisonings. This…

Economic Protests in Iran; Nurses Go on Strike

Nurses in Iran have gone on strike in multiple cities, protesting against poor working conditions and unpaid wages, while workers from the South Pars Oil…

Amnesty International Expresses Concern Over Transfer of Sea Deer to Psychiatric Hospital

Amnesty International has raised concerns over the transfer of a student known as Sea Deer to a psychiatric hospital after she protested against the mandatory…

Radio Farda Nov 5, 2024

Two International Organizations Condemn the Arrest of Reza Valizadeh

Reza Valizadeh, an Iranian-American journalist and former Radio Farda employee, has been arrested in Tehran, prompting condemnation from international organizations and the U.S. State Department.…

Radio Farda Nov 5, 2024

Judiciary: Jamshid Sharmad 'died' before execution; Germany: Iran is responsible for his death

Jamshid Sharmad, an Iranian-German citizen, allegedly died before his execution in Iran, leading Germany to hold Iran responsible for his death. This incident has sparked…

Radio Farda Nov 5, 2024

Judiciary Announces Death Sentences for Three in Mohsen Fakhrizadeh 'Assassination' Case

The Iranian Judiciary has announced death sentences for three individuals accused of supplying equipment for the assassination of Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, a key figure in Iran's…

Government Spokesperson: Ahoo Daryaee is Not Detained, She is 'In the Stage of Treatment'

Ahoo Daryaee, a student known for protesting mandatory hijab by removing her clothes, is reportedly not detained but undergoing treatment, according to government spokesperson Fatemeh…

Judiciary Claims Jamshid Sharmeh Had a Stroke Before Execution

Jamshid Sharmeh, an Iranian-German citizen, reportedly suffered a stroke before his execution, according to Iranian judiciary claims. His execution has led to significant backlash, including…

Judiciary Defends Execution of Finger Amputation; Claims It Was 'Divine Punishment'

The Iranian judiciary defended the amputation of fingers for two brothers convicted of theft, asserting it aligns with Islamic law. This has raised significant human…

Warning from 'Tuesdays No to Execution': Possibility of Death Sentences for 'Ekbatani' Defendants

The 'Tuesdays No to Execution' campaign has reported a surge in executions in Iran, with concerns over potential death sentences for eight young protesters. The…

VOA Persian Nov 4, 2024

Global Reaction to 'Protest Nudity': The Courage to Stand Against Repression

Ahoo Daryayi, a student, protested against mandatory hijab by undressing and was subsequently arrested, leading to widespread reactions on social media and international attention. The…

VOA Persian Nov 4, 2024

Execution of Arvin Ghahramani, Iranian Jew, Despite Efforts from the Jewish Community

Arvin Ghahramani, an 18-year-old Iranian Jew, was executed for murder despite claims of self-defense and significant flaws in his trial. His case highlights systemic discrimination…

Radio Farda Nov 4, 2024

The Execution of Arvin Ghahramani, a Young Jewish Man Accused of Murder, Has Been Carried Out

Arvin Ghahramani, a 21-year-old Jewish man, was executed in Iran for the murder of Amir Shokri following a financial dispute. The case has drawn significant…

VOA Persian Nov 3, 2024

Israel Arrests Syrian 'Informer' for the Islamic Republic in Syria

Israel has arrested a Syrian citizen accused of spying for Iran, preventing potential future attacks. This comes amid heightened tensions following recent Iranian attacks on…

Four Defendants in the 'Ekbatana Case' Arrested After Court Proceedings

Four defendants in the Ekbatana Case, linked to the 2022 protests, have been unexpectedly arrested after their bail was revoked. The case involves serious charges,…

Carter's Efforts to Engage with Khomeini Amid Revolutionary Executions and 'Discontent with Hijab'

The article discusses the U.S. government's attempts to engage with Ayatollah Khomeini during the early months of the Islamic Republic, revealing that the Carter administration…

VOA Persian Nov 3, 2024

Defendants in the 'Ekbatān Town' Case Detained After Court Hearing

Four defendants in the 'Ekbatān Town' case were unexpectedly detained after their bail was revoked during a court session. The case is linked to the…

VOA Persian Nov 3, 2024

Three Prisoners Executed in Qom and Ahvaz

Three prisoners were executed in Qom and Ahvaz, with one case involving a murder charge stemming from a verbal altercation. The Hengaw Human Rights Organization…

US: The Arrest of Reza Valizadeh Contradicts International Law

Reza Valizadeh, an Iranian-American journalist, has been arrested in Tehran, prompting the U.S. State Department to condemn the action as contrary to international law. The…

IKEA to Pay Compensation for Exploiting Prisoners in East Germany

IKEA has agreed to pay 6 million euros in compensation for exploiting political prisoners in East Germany during the communist era. This decision follows independent…

Israeli Commandos Operation in Northern Lebanon to Arrest Senior Hezbollah Member

Israeli commandos conducted a swift operation in Batroun, Lebanon, capturing senior Hezbollah member Imad Amhaz and taking him to Israel for interrogation. This incident has…

VOA Persian Nov 2, 2024

National Council of Resistance of Iran Reports Arrests of Supporters of the Mojahedin and Their Families

The National Council of Resistance of Iran has reported an increase in arrests of Mojahedin-e Khalq supporters and their families, attributing this to the government's…

Radio Farda Nov 2, 2024

Arrest of a Research Student Following 'Nudity'; Amnesty International Calls for Her Immediate Release

A female student at Tehran's Science and Research University was arrested after protesting the enforcement of mandatory hijab by undressing on campus. Amnesty International has…

VOA Persian Nov 2, 2024