Ahmed Shaheed
UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights
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View Timeline →Ghasemi: Extension of the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran is Condemned
Bahram Ghasemi, spokesperson for Iran's Foreign Ministry, condemned the UN's extension of the Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, calling it unnecessary and lacking…
UN Reporters Call for 'Fair Trial' for Three Christian Citizens
UN human rights experts have called for a fair trial for three Christian citizens in Iran who have been sentenced to long prison terms for…
Reactions of Three Reformist Figures to the Letter from 30 Political Activists to Trump
Three reformist figures in Iran condemned a letter from 30 political activists to Donald Trump, labeling it as betrayal and harmful to national interests. The…
Concern from Amnesty International over the deteriorating health of Arash Sadeghi
Amnesty International is alarmed by the deteriorating health of Arash Sadeghi, a human rights activist on hunger strike protesting the imprisonment of his wife, Golrokh…
IRGC Arrests 17 Members of 'Erfan Halqeh' in Arak
The IRGC has arrested 17 members of the 'Erfan Halqeh' group in Arak, accusing them of exploiting religious beliefs and creating doubt among the public.…
Judiciary Deputy: Executions of Drug Traffickers Have Not Been Deterrent
The Deputy for Social Affairs of the Iranian Judiciary stated that executions of drug traffickers have not deterred drug trafficking, as the volume and diversity…
Narges Mohammadi: Solitary Confinement is 'White Torture' and Contradicts the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist imprisoned in Iran, has condemned the use of solitary confinement as a form of 'white torture' and called…
UN Concern Over Iranian Officials' 'Hate Speech' Against Bahá'ís
UN special rapporteurs have raised alarms over Iranian officials' hostile rhetoric against Bahá'ís, particularly following legal threats against those associating with them. This situation escalated…
Zarif and Mogherini Emphasize 'Entering Human Rights Dialogues'
Iran and the EU have committed to entering human rights dialogues during Federica Mogherini's visit to Tehran, emphasizing the importance of regular political discussions and…
Zarif and the Bitter Irony of Human Rights
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif criticized UN resolutions on human rights as a 'bitter irony,' denying the country's human rights violations. The article highlights…
UN Secretary-General Condemns Execution of Fatemeh Salabahi and Samad Zahabi
The UN Secretary-General condemned the executions of two individuals, Fatemeh Salabahi and Samad Zahabi, both of whom were under 18 at the time of their…
UN Special Rapporteurs Call for 'Immediate Release' of Jason Rezaian
UN special rapporteurs have demanded the immediate release of Jason Rezaian, a Washington Post journalist imprisoned in Iran, citing violations of his rights during detention…
Judiciary News Agency: Death Sentence for Mohammad Ali Taheri Issued
The Iranian Judiciary has confirmed the issuance of a death sentence for Mohammad Ali Taheri, founder of 'Erfan Halghah', after previously denying it. Taheri has…
Amnesty International Warns of Significant Increase in Executions in Iran
Amnesty International has reported a sharp increase in executions in Iran, with 694 people executed in the first half of 2015 alone. The Iranian government…
Concern of the Human Rights Defenders Center Regarding the Condition of Sick Prisoners
The Human Rights Defenders Center has raised concerns about the health conditions of sick prisoners in Iran, emphasizing the judiciary's responsibility for their well-being, particularly…
Activity of the 'Change Committee' in Pasteur
The Iranian government is undergoing changes with some ministers and governors expected to be replaced, as reported by various newspapers. Meanwhile, a controversial plan in…
UN Condemns 'Severe Increase' in Executions in Iran
The UN has condemned a significant rise in executions in Iran, urging the government to abolish the death penalty. Between July 2013 and June 2014,…
Shirin Ebadi's Letter to Ahmed Shaheed Regarding 'Case Fabrication Against Narges Mohammadi'
Shirin Ebadi has called on UN Rapporteur Ahmed Shaheed to intervene for the release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist arrested in Tehran.…
Rouhani: The Government Will Strive to Ensure 50% of Society Does Not Remain Second-Class
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized the government's commitment to ensuring women's equal participation in society and addressing gender discrimination. His statements come amid criticism of…
Iran's New Reaction to Ahmed Shaheed: 'Unfair and Unscientific' Report
Iran's Foreign Ministry criticized the latest report by UN Special Rapporteur Ahmed Shaheed, calling it 'unfair and unscientific.' The report highlighted serious human rights violations…