Human Rights

ADAP: Several Civil Activists and Supporters of Tractor Sazi Tabriz Arrested

Several Azerbaijani civil activists and supporters of the Tractor Sazi football club were arrested during a match in Tabriz. Notable among them is Karim Ismailzadeh,…

USA: The Work of the Fact-Finding Committee Must Continue; Human Rights Violations in Iran are 'Terrifying' and 'Concerning'

The U.S. government is advocating for the continuation of the UN fact-finding committee's work on human rights violations in Iran, labeling the situation as 'terrifying.'…

Extension of 'Temporary Detention' for Mohammad Hossein Sepehri and 'Opposition to Leave' for Fatemeh Sepehri

Asghar Sepehri announced the sixth extension of his brother Mohammad Hossein Sepehri's temporary detention and the prosecutor's refusal to grant leave to his sister Fatemeh…

Hamzeh Savari and Reza Salmandzadeh, Political Prisoners in Qazal Hessar, Deprived of Adequate Medical Services

Hamzeh Savari and Reza Salmandzadeh, political prisoners in Qazal Hessar prison, are being denied adequate medical care despite serious health issues. This situation reflects a…

Exclusive | Discrimination Between 'Insiders and Outsiders' in Evin; Government-Linked Prisoners Have 'Special Facilities'

Recent investigations reveal significant discrimination in Evin prison, with government-linked prisoners receiving special privileges while ordinary and political prisoners face dire conditions. This disparity highlights…

VOA Persian Mar 13, 2024

Senator Marsha Blackburn to the International Olympic Committee: Exclude the Islamic Republic for Human Rights Violations from the 2024 Games

Senator Marsha Blackburn has urged the International Olympic Committee to exclude Iran from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to ongoing human rights violations, particularly against…

VOA Persian Mar 13, 2024

Kamāl Sharifi, political prisoner, still deprived of leave and family visits after 16 years in prison

Kamāl Sharifi, a Kurdish political prisoner, has been imprisoned for 16 years and has only met his family once, facing severe health issues including strokes…

VOA Persian Mar 13, 2024

Head of Economic Security Police Reports Arrest of 5 Suspects in Kourosh Company Case

Five suspects have been arrested in connection with the Kourosh Company fraud case, which has led to tens of thousands of complaints. The company, known…

US Ambassador to UN Human Rights Council Condemns Iran's 'Cruel' Actions Against Its Citizens

US Ambassador Michelle Taylor condemned Iran's actions against its citizens following a UN report on institutional discrimination against women. The report highlights severe human rights…

Exclusive; Evin Officials Oppose Treatment for Siamak Ebrahimi, Imprisoned Civil Activist

Evin Prison officials have denied medical treatment for Siamak Ebrahimi, a civil activist suffering from severe pain, despite a doctor's recommendation for physiotherapy. Ebrahimi, along…

Exclusive: Exposing the Case-Making Against Actors and Athletes for Supporting Protests; From Ali Daei and Saeed Marouf to Taraneh Alidoosti and Azadeh Samadi

Documents reveal that Iranian intelligence agencies have been compiling cases against prominent cultural and sports figures for their support of protests, including Ali Daei and…

Deputy Prosecutor of Qom Reports Arrest of 'Disseminators' of Clinic Video

The Deputy Prosecutor of Qom announced the arrest of four individuals involved in disseminating a controversial video of a woman confronting a cleric in a…

Widespread Reactions to the Hashtag 'We Are Slutty'; Activists Tell VOA: A Slutty Woman Means Uncontrollable

A hashtag 'We Are Slutty' has gained traction on social media in Iran following a video of a cleric filming a woman without hijab. Activists…

Detention of Sharifeh Mohammadi Extended Despite Urgent Need for Surgery

Sharifeh Mohammadi, a labor activist, has had her detention extended despite needing urgent surgery for a toe infection. She has faced mistreatment and pressure for…

Protests Over Livelihoods by Telecommunications Retirees in 10 Provinces; Fuel Carriers Gather in Saravan and MPS Patients in Tehran

Protests by telecommunications retirees occurred in at least 10 provinces in Iran, alongside demonstrations by fuel carriers and MPS patients, highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with economic…

Italian Police Arrest Three Palestinians on Charges of 'Criminal Conspiracy'

Italian police have arrested three Palestinians for allegedly planning attacks linked to the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades, a group considered terrorist by several countries. This incident…

VOA Persian Mar 10, 2024

U.S. State Department: We Will Continue to Explore All Tools to Hold Human Rights Violators in Iran Accountable

The U.S. State Department has announced its commitment to holding Iranian officials accountable for human rights violations following a UN report highlighting systemic discrimination against…

VOA Persian Mar 10, 2024

Cardiac Arrest in the Housing Market; Buying and Selling of Housing Halted

The Iranian housing market is experiencing a severe recession, with transactions halting in some areas and a significant drop in purchasing power among the population.…

VOA Persian Mar 10, 2024

Continued Crackdown on Social Media Activists, an Instagram Blogger Arrested in Semnan

An Instagram blogger was arrested in Semnan for allegedly promoting norm-breaking challenges, reflecting the Iranian government's ongoing crackdown on social media activists. This follows a…

Continued Judicial Actions Against Social Media Activists; A Female Instagram Activist Arrested in Isfahan

A female Instagram activist was arrested in Isfahan for allegedly violating norms by posting obscene content. This incident is part of a broader crackdown on…

Letter from 11 Women Political Prisoners: Revealing 'Gender Apartheid' is Key to Fighting Discrimination

Eleven women political prisoners in Iran have issued a letter asserting that exposing gender apartheid is crucial for combating discrimination. They highlight the ongoing struggles…

The U.S. Calls for Continuation of the Fact-Finding Committee's Mission on Serious Human Rights Violations in Iran

The U.S. has called for the continuation of the UN's fact-finding committee's mission on human rights violations in Iran, highlighting serious issues such as institutional…

Peruvian Officials Arrest an Iranian on Charges of Planning a Terrorist Attack at APEC Meeting

An Iranian citizen was arrested in Peru for allegedly planning a terrorist attack against an Israeli at the APEC meeting. This incident highlights ongoing concerns…

VOA Persian Mar 8, 2024