Gita Aryan
Senior reporter for VOA Persian
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View Timeline →Increase in Executions by the Islamic Republic; U.S. Government Preparing Report on Human Rights Violators in Iran
The U.S. State Department is preparing a report on human rights violations in Iran, particularly in light of recent executions, including that of Kamran Sheikha.…
The U.S. Calls the IRGC a 'Threat to the Entire World'; Miller: We Will Help Other Countries Designate the IRGC as a 'Terrorist Group'
The U.S. government is supporting the designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization, following Canada's recent decision to label it as such. Matthew Miller…
Lufthansa to Voice of America: Flights to Iran Suspended Until Friday, April 31
Lufthansa has suspended its flights to and from Iran until April 31 due to escalating military tensions between the Islamic Republic and Israel. The airline…
Blinken: Protecting Civilians is Biden Administration's Priority and U.S. Commitment to Israel is Strong
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the Biden administration's commitment to protecting civilians in Gaza while maintaining strong support for Israel. He discussed plans…
US Responds to Raisi's Warning on Hijab: Choosing Attire is a Personal Right
The US State Department reaffirmed that choosing attire is a personal right in response to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's threats regarding hijab enforcement. Raisi's comments…
Ambiguity of the JCPOA on the Anniversary of the US Exit from the Agreement; Jalili: Repeating the JCPOA Means Repeating a Bitter Experience
On the anniversary of the US exit from the JCPOA, Iranian officials and media reflect on the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the agreement's revival. Key figures,…