Human Rights

Summons of Parisa Salehi for Imprisonment Execution

Parisa Salehi, a journalist for Donya-e-Eqtesad, has been summoned to serve a prison sentence following her conviction for propaganda against the regime. Her original one-year…

VOA Persian Apr 23, 2024

Monthly Human Rights Status Report in Iran by HRANA; A 'Shocking' Image of Widespread Violations

The HRANA report highlights severe human rights violations in Iran during Farvardin 1403, including executions, suppression of freedoms, and violence against minorities. The report indicates…

Human Rights Organization Hengaw Accuses Court-Appointed Lawyer of 'Cleansing the Islamic Republic's Show Trials'

The human rights organization Hengaw has accused the court-appointed lawyer of political prisoner Saman Yasin of misrepresenting his sentencing to obscure the reality of his…

U.S. State Department Official to VOA: Human Rights Situation in Iran, Especially Women's Rights, Has Deteriorated

Robert Gilchrist from the U.S. State Department highlighted the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran, particularly for women, during a press event. He emphasized the…

US State Department Report: Human Rights Situation in Iran Deteriorated in 2023

The US State Department's 2023 report highlights a significant deterioration in human rights in Iran, citing increased executions, arbitrary detentions, torture, and discrimination against women.…

New Human Rights Watch Report: Suppression of Protests Accompanied by 'Sexual Assault'

Human Rights Watch reports that Iranian security forces have engaged in torture and sexual assault against detainees during protests over the past two years. The…

Secretary of the 'Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice Headquarters' Confirms Formation of 'Hijab Headquarters' by Raisi Under the Interior Minister's Supervision

The Iranian government has confirmed the establishment of a new 'Chastity and Hijab Headquarters' to enforce mandatory hijab laws more strictly, following a year of…

A Lawyer Reveals Details of Atena Farghadani's 'Torture' in IRGC's 'Safe House'

Atena Farghadani, an artist, has been arrested and tortured by IRGC agents for protesting against state harassment and restrictions on her artistic activities. Her lawyer…

Protests Against the 'Suppression' of Optional Hijab; Some Amir Kabir University Students Refuse to Attend Classes

Students at Amir Kabir University are protesting the suppression of optional hijab by refusing to attend classes following the prevention of over 200 students from…

Turkey Arrests Dozens on Charges of 'Links to ISIS'

Turkey's Interior Minister announced the arrest of 36 individuals suspected of links to ISIS across four provinces. This operation is part of a larger crackdown,…

Tensions Rise Over Mandatory Hijab; Shari'atmadari Says Khamenei Has No Spokesperson

Tensions have escalated over the enforcement of mandatory hijab in Iran, with internal disputes emerging among officials regarding communication from Khamenei. Hossein Shari'atmadari criticized Mehdi…

VOA Persian Apr 20, 2024

Nurses in Various Iranian Cities Protest Mandatory Overtime

Nurses across Iran are protesting against mandatory overtime, citing low pay and excessive shifts. Complaints have been filed in various cities, highlighting systemic issues in…

VOA Persian Apr 20, 2024

Aryan Yavari, 19-Year-Old Protester, Commits Suicide Under Security Pressure

Aryan Yavari, a 19-year-old protester, committed suicide after being threatened by security forces in Iran. His death highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of detainees…

VOA Persian Apr 19, 2024

Continued Threats Against Women Despite Widespread Protests; FARAJA: 'Noor' Plan Continues Strongly

The Iranian police announced the continuation of the 'Noor' plan to confront women with optional hijab amid ongoing protests. High-ranking officials claim the plan is…

VOA Persian Apr 19, 2024

Germany and Poland Report Arrests of Several Russian Espionage and Sabotage Operatives

Germany and Poland have arrested individuals suspected of espionage and sabotage linked to Russia, with Germany focusing on threats to U.S. military bases and Poland…

Saeed Madani from Damavand Prison: I Will Continue My Protests by Any Means Necessary

Saeed Madani, a political prisoner, has vowed to continue protesting against Iran's current socio-economic and political conditions from Damavand prison. His family and fellow prisoners…

Arrest of Three Citizens in Sarvabad and Reopening of Mojtaba Rahimi's Case After His 'Pardon' in Qazvin

Three citizens were arrested in Sarvabad, Kurdistan, amid increased government repression of women's rights. Journalist Mojtaba Rahimi's case has been reopened after he was previously…

Fifth Day of Deployment of Repressive Forces for Optional Hijab; Observers: Khamenei Has Given the 'Order for Civil War'

The Iranian government has deployed extensive forces to suppress women's optional hijab, leading to civil resistance, particularly from women. Observers claim that Khamenei has issued…

Statement from 15 'Religious Thinkers': The Era of 'Hijab or Beaten' is Over Forever

A group of 15 religious thinkers in Iran condemned the government's renewed crackdown on women opposing mandatory hijab, declaring that the era of 'hijab or…

Sediqe Vosoughi Sent to Hospital from Evin Prison 'Without Hijab'

Sediqe Vosoughi, a religious scholar and political prisoner, was transferred from Evin Prison to a hospital without her hijab, highlighting her ongoing protest against mandatory…

VOA Persian Apr 17, 2024

Livelihood Protests Continue Amid Fluctuating Dollar and Gold Rates; Steel Workers and Farmers Gather

Protests in Iran are escalating as farmers, dismissed steel workers, and defrauded customers gather to demand their rights amid rising costs of living and distrust…

VOA Persian Apr 16, 2024

Retirees Protest in Ahvaz; Victims Gather in Tehran: 'We Don't Want a Corrupt Prosecutor'

Protests erupted in Iran as victims of fraudulent companies gathered in Tehran and retirees protested in Ahvaz over economic hardships and unfulfilled promises. The demonstrations…

VOA Persian Apr 16, 2024

Portugal protests against attack on Israel and seizure of commercial ship; Iran's ambassador summoned

Portugal has summoned Iran's ambassador following a missile attack on Israel and the seizure of a Portuguese-flagged ship by the IRGC. The Portuguese government condemned…

VOA Persian Apr 16, 2024