Abdolkarim Lahiji
lawyer
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View Timeline →The U.S. Calls for the Release of Political Prisoners in Iran
The U.S. has called for the immediate release of political prisoners in Iran, highlighting the arbitrary detention of several human rights lawyers. This statement comes…
Ali-Asghar Haj Seyed Javadi, Journalist and Writer, Passes Away
Ali-Asghar Haj Seyed Javadi, a prominent Iranian journalist and writer known for his critical stance against the Islamic Republic and its policies, passed away in…
Recent Death Sentences for Those Involved in Armed Clashes; Punishment or Creation of Fear?
The Iranian Revolutionary Court has confirmed death sentences for eight individuals involved in a significant attack, while the Ministry of Intelligence has arrested 27 suspected…
Trial of Hundreds of Dervishes 'Without Access to a Lawyer' and Obtaining 'Forced Confessions'
The Tehran Revolutionary Court is conducting trials for hundreds of Gonabadi dervishes without allowing them access to legal representation, with reports of forced confessions being…
Submission of List of 17 Ministers to Parliament; Minister of Science Not Introduced
On August 8, the Iranian government submitted a list of 17 proposed ministers to Parliament, excluding the Minister of Science, which has raised concerns about…
International Day in Support of Victims of Torture: An Interview with Abdolkarim Lahiji
On June 26, recognized as the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the UN highlighted the ongoing global issue of torture, exacerbated by…
Bahá'í Community Worldwide: Closure of Dozens of Bahá'í Shops Across Iran
The Bahá'í Community reported that over a hundred Bahá'í-owned shops in Iran were sealed by authorities for closing during Bahá'í holy days. This action reflects…
Execution; An Irreversible Punishment Violating the Right to Life
October 10 is recognized as the International Day Against the Death Penalty, highlighting global efforts to abolish this practice. Iran remains a leading country in…
Iran's Attorney General Announces Execution of 20 Members of 'Tawhid and Jihad' Group
Iran's Attorney General announced the execution of 20 individuals accused of terrorism, marking a significant increase from earlier reports. The executed were linked to the…
International Federation for Human Rights Condemns Recent Executions in Iran
The International Federation for Human Rights condemned the recent executions of Sunni prisoners in Iran, urging countries with ties to Iran to take immediate action…
Protests Against Executions of Minors in Iran
Human rights advocates Abdolkarim Lahiji and Shirin Ebadi have urged the UN to intervene against the execution of minors in Iran, specifically citing the case…
Report on 'Suppression of Trade Union Activists and Gross Violation of Labor Rights' Submitted to UN Special Rapporteurs
The International Federation for Human Rights submitted a report to UN experts highlighting the suppression of trade union activists and violations of labor rights in…
Nazak Afshar Case; Abdulkarim Lahiji's Perspective
Nazak Afshar, a former French embassy employee, has been released on bail after being sentenced to six years in prison. Her case has drawn attention…
Iran: Extension of Ahmad Shahid's Mission Lacks Legal Necessity and Justification
Iran has criticized the UN's extension of Ahmad Shahid's mission as the Special Rapporteur on Human Rights, claiming it is politically motivated and lacks legal…
Iran's Opposition to the Extension of the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights
Iran's Human Rights Headquarters, led by Mohammad Javad Larijani, opposes the extension of the UN special rapporteur on human rights, Ahmed Shaheed, calling it an…
Nearly 15% Increase in Abortion Permits in Iran Over 10 Months
The Medical Legal Organization of Iran reported a 14.6% increase in therapeutic abortion permits over the past 10 months, with 5,806 permits issued. This highlights…
Abdulkarim Lahiji; Another Iranian on the List of Recipients of the Legion of Honor
Abdulkarim Lahiji, a prominent Iranian human rights advocate, received the French National Order of the Legion of Honor from President François Hollande. This recognition highlights…
Two Human Rights Organizations Call for an End to Mistreatment of Narges Mohammadi
Two human rights organizations have condemned the Iranian government's treatment of Narges Mohammadi, who is currently imprisoned and has been denied proper medical care. They…
October 10; A Day for Global Struggle Against the Death Penalty
On October 10, the World Day Against the Death Penalty, two international organizations highlighted Asia's high execution rates for drug offenses, asserting that the death…
Law and Punishment: Hand and Machete
A recent report highlights the harsh punishments in Iran, including amputations for theft, which critics argue are inhumane and disproportionate. Legal experts express concern over…