Human Rights

Tehran Prosecutor Files Charges Against Journalist for Publishing Video of Public Reaction to Tomaj Salehi's Death Sentence

Tehran's prosecutor has charged journalist Milad Alavi for sharing a video of public protests against the death sentence of rapper Tomaj Salehi. This incident highlights…

Iran Human Rights Organization: 4 Male and Female Prisoners Executed in Karaj

Four prisoners, including one woman, were executed in Karaj, Iran, for drug-related charges and premeditated murder. The Iran Human Rights Organization highlighted that Iran is…

Sweden-Iran Labor Unions Platform Calls for the Release of Labor Activists, Teachers, and Civil Society Activists

The Sweden-Iran Labor Unions Platform has called for the immediate release of labor activists and teachers imprisoned in Iran, emphasizing the need for the recognition…

Environmentalist in Miankaleh Prevents Unauthorized Construction Material Removal and is Arrested

An environmentalist in Miankaleh, Mahmoud Taghipour, was arrested after he prevented unauthorized construction activities on Ashuradeh Island by the Cultural Heritage Department of Golestan Province.…

USA: We Have No Problem with Protesters' Expression as Long as Their Actions Are Not Offensive

The U.S. State Department supports the right to protest as long as actions are not offensive. Concerns arise over anti-Semitic and anti-Arab slogans during protests…

Amirsalar Davoodi: The Death Sentence for Toumaj Salehi is 'Judicial Audacity'; Narges Mohammadi: He is the 'Soundtrack' of the Movement

Human rights activists Amirsalar Davoodi and Narges Mohammadi condemned the death sentence for rapper Toumaj Salehi, calling it a sign of judicial corruption and a…

International Protests Continue Against the Death Sentence for Tomaj Salehi: Opposition to the Regime's Corruption and Evil Will Never Die

International condemnation continues against the death sentence for Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, who has been imprisoned for his protests against the regime. Prominent politicians and…

Warning About the Possible Execution of Reza Rasayi: His Life is More at Risk Than Ever

Reza Rasayi, a 34-year-old protester sentenced to death for allegedly murdering an intelligence officer, faces imminent execution as his family and legal advisors raise alarms…

International Media Reaction to the Death Sentence of Tomaj Salehi

Tomaj Salehi, a protest rapper in Iran, has been sentenced to death, prompting international media coverage and condemnation. His arrest and sentencing are linked to…

France Strongly Condemns Death Sentence for Tomaj Salehi

France condemned the death sentence for Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, calling it unacceptable and inexcusable. The UN experts also demanded his immediate release, emphasizing the…

UN Experts Protest Death Sentence for Tomaj Salehi: He Should Be Released Immediately

UN experts have called for the immediate release of Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, who has been sentenced to death for his artistic expression against the…

Judiciary's Claim: Tomaj is 'Regretful' and 'Deserving of Leniency'; Lawyer: Death Sentence May Change

The Iranian judiciary claims that Tomaj Salehi, a protesting artist sentenced to death, is 'regretful' and may receive leniency. His lawyer believes the death sentence…

The Revolutionary Court of Boukan Summons Matin Hosseini, an Eye Injury Victim from Protests

Matin Hosseini, an eye injury victim from the 2019 protests, has been summoned by the Boukan court for allegedly promoting anti-regime propaganda. His previous arrest…

A Court in Peru Issues Arrest Warrant for Iranian Suspect in Plot to Kill Israelis

A Peruvian court has issued an arrest warrant for Iranian citizen Majid Azizi and two Peruvians for allegedly plotting to assassinate two Israelis. The incident…

Widespread Protests Against the 'Death Sentence' of Tomaj Salehi; Gohar Eshghi: Khamenei's Regime Has Hit Rock Bottom

Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian protest rapper, has been sentenced to death, prompting widespread protests both domestically and internationally. Activists and public figures, including U.S. officials…

Reactions to the Death Sentence Issued for Tomaj Salehi: Anger, Protests, and Solidarity to Save the Protest Rapper

Tomaj Salehi, a protest rapper in Iran, has been sentenced to death, sparking widespread outrage and protests on social media. The U.S. condemned the sentence…

US Condemns Ruling Against Tomaj Salehi; A Horrific and Widespread Violation of Human Rights

The US condemned the death sentence issued against Iranian artist Tomaj Salehi, labeling it a severe violation of human rights. The ruling has drawn international…

Dozens of Civil Activists and Political Prisoners: The Government's War Against Women's Hair Aims to Create Fear and Terror Among the People

Dozens of civil activists and political prisoners condemned the Iranian government's actions against women, particularly regarding mandatory hijab enforcement, as a tactic to instill fear…

Warning About the Danger of 'Paralysis' for Imprisoned Labor Activist: No Action Taken for Osman Ismaili's Treatment

Osman Ismaili, a labor activist imprisoned in Iran, is facing severe health issues with no medical treatment provided by prison officials, raising concerns about his…

Another Account of the 'Noor Plan' to Counter Opponents of Mandatory Hijab: Officials Also 'Assault' with Words

The 'Noor Plan' in Iran targets women and girls, leading to reports of verbal and physical abuse by officials. Human rights organizations have highlighted the…

Simultaneous with Raisi's Visit to Pakistan and Sri Lanka; Argentina Calls for Arrest of Iran's Interior Minister

Argentina has requested Interpol to arrest Iran's Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi for his alleged involvement in the 1994 AMIA bombing that killed 85 people. This…

Amnesty International Report: The Situation of Freedom of Expression, Women's Repression, Torture, and Executions by the Islamic Republic Has Worsened in 2023

Amnesty International's 2023 report highlights a significant deterioration in human rights in Iran, particularly concerning freedom of expression, women's rights, and the treatment of minorities.…

VOA Persian Apr 23, 2024

Seventh Day of Hunger Strike by Keyvan Roshouzadeh, Kurdish Political Prisoner, in Protest Against Torture

Keyvan Roshouzadeh, a Kurdish political prisoner, is on hunger strike in Urmia Central Prison to protest torture and has been denied medical care. His family…

VOA Persian Apr 23, 2024