Baha'i International Community
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View Timeline →Bahrad Azargan, Bahá'í Artist, Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison
Bahrad Azargan, a Bahá'í musician in Tehran, has been sentenced to 7 years in prison after previously facing an 11-year sentence. His case highlights the…
UN Rapporteurs Condemn Harassment Against Baha'i Women in Iran
Eighteen UN experts condemned the Iranian government's harassment of Baha'i women, highlighting systematic oppression and calling for immediate action and release of detainees. This letter…
UN Rapporteurs and Experts Condemn Targeting of Baha'i Women by the Islamic Republic
A group of 18 UN experts condemned the Iranian government for increasing attacks on Baha'i women, highlighting systemic discrimination and recent imprisonments. They called for…
Baha'i Prisoner Denied Medical Care Due to 'Obstruction' by Officials
Valiollah Ghadamian, a Baha'i prisoner in Iran, has been denied medical care due to obstruction by prison officials, worsening his health condition. His case highlights…
Continued Suppression of Baha'is by the Islamic Republic; Ban on Selling Products from Companies Owned by Baha'is
The Iranian government has intensified its suppression of Baha'is, banning the sale of products from Baha'i-owned companies and increasing arbitrary arrests. This ongoing discrimination highlights…
A Bahá'í Couple Living in Golestan Arrested
A Bahá'í couple, Shahin Modat and Soudeh Mahdizadeh, were arrested in Golestan by Iranian authorities, who confiscated personal belongings including electronic devices and books related…
Over 45 Women Prisoners in Evin Go on Hunger Strike Concurrent with Pezeshkian's Presence in New York
Over 45 women political prisoners in Evin Prison have gone on hunger strike demanding an end to the execution of political prisoners, coinciding with Iranian…
Revolutionary Court of Isfahan Sentences Two Baha'i Citizens to Ten Years in Prison and Fines
Two Baha'i citizens in Isfahan were sentenced to ten years in prison and fines for alleged propaganda against the Iranian government. This case highlights the…
Letter from 10 Political Female Prisoners: We Stand with the Baha'i Citizens of Iran
Ten political female prisoners in Iran express solidarity with Baha'i citizens, highlighting the oppression faced by this religious minority. They emphasize that their political beliefs…
Tahereh Noorouzi, Baha'i Citizen Residing in Shiraz, Arrested
Tahereh Noorouzi, a Baha'i citizen in Shiraz, was arrested by Iranian security forces during a raid on her home, where they confiscated personal belongings. This…
Bahá'í International Community: The Islamic Republic Must Stop Cultural Cleansing of the Bahá'í Community
The Bahá'í International Community condemned the Iranian government's destruction of Bahá'í graves in Tehran, calling it a cultural cleansing aimed at erasing Bahá'í identity. This…
Arrest and Search of 20 Baha'i Citizens' Homes in Hamedan
Nine Baha'i citizens were arrested in Hamedan, while the homes of 11 others were searched by government agents, leading to the confiscation of personal belongings.…
Forced Burial of Baha'i Deceased in Khavaran; Baha'i Community: It's Ruthless
The Baha'i International Community condemned the Iranian government's forced burial of Baha'i deceased without family consent, highlighting recent cases in Khavaran cemetery. This situation underscores…
Arrest of Seven Baha'i Citizens in Bushehr
Seven Baha'i citizens were arrested in Bushehr, Iran, during a coordinated operation without any disclosed charges or reasons. Human rights organizations have condemned the Iranian…
A Number of International Legal Experts Call for an End to the Denial of Persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran
International legal experts have called on Iran's judiciary to acknowledge and address the persecution of Bahá'ís, citing extensive evidence of human rights violations. This comes…
Launch of Archive on Bahá'í Persecution
The Bahá'í International Community has launched a website to archive documents related to the persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran, providing access to thousands of official…
Concerns Raised Over Deteriorating Conditions for Baha'i Prisoners in Iran
The Baha'i International Community has raised concerns about the worsening conditions of Baha'i prisoners in Iran, particularly following the transfer of 15 prisoners to a…
UN Rapporteur: Similarities in the Persecution of Bahá'ís in Yemen with Actions Against Bahá'ís in Iran
Ahmad Shahid, the UN Special Rapporteur, has drawn parallels between the persecution of Bahá'ís in Yemen and Iran, highlighting intensified pressure on the community in…
Arrest of Five Baha'i Citizens in Isfahan
Five Baha'i citizens were arrested in Isfahan, Iran, amid ongoing discrimination and repression against the Baha'i community. The arrests were confirmed by a Baha'i spokesperson,…
Bahá'í International Community: Murder of a Bahá'í in Yazd Motivated by Religious Hatred
A 63-year-old Bahá'í man, Farhang Amiri, was murdered in Yazd, Iran, by two attackers who claimed their actions were motivated by his religious beliefs. The…