Golrokh Iraei
گلرخ ایرایی
Political prisoner
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View Timeline →Golrokh Iraee and Ali Asadollahi Win American PEN Freedom to Write Award
Golrokh Iraee and Ali Asadollahi have been recognized with the American PEN's Freedom to Write Award for 2026. Their activism and contributions to literature highlight…
Vrisheh Moradi, Political Prisoner Sentenced to Death: Society Will Resist Oppression
Vrisheh Moradi, a political prisoner sentenced to death in Iran, issued a letter highlighting the oppressive nature of her sentence and the broader struggle against…
Pakhshan Azizi's Fellow Prisoners Demand Immediate Action to Halt His Execution
Seven political prisoners have issued a statement condemning the death sentence of Pakhshan Azizi, a Kurdish civil activist, and are calling for immediate international action…
Reactions Continue to the Possible Execution of 4 Political Prisoners in Ahvaz; A Human Rights Organization: This Punishment is Governmental Murder
There are ongoing reactions to the possible execution of four political prisoners in Ahvaz, with human rights organizations warning of imminent executions and criticizing the…
Reactions For and Against the Release of Faezah Hashemi from Evin After Criticism of Some Female Political Prisoners
Faezah Hashemi, a political activist and former parliament member, was released from Evin prison shortly after criticizing other political prisoners in a letter. Her release…
Faezeh Hashemi Released from Evin Prison on Conditional Terms
Faezeh Hashemi, a political activist and former MP, was released from Evin Prison on conditional terms after a court ruling. Her recent letter criticizing fellow…
Faezeh Hashemi Released from Prison; Reactions: Result of 'Repentance for Remaining in the Circle of Power'
Faezeh Hashemi, daughter of a prominent Iranian politician, was released from prison after two years, which some observers attribute to her recent letter discussing her…
Execution of at least 8 more prisoners; women prisoners in Evin emphasize the continuation of the fight against the death penalty
At least eight prisoners were executed in Iran, including three Baluch citizens and two Afghan nationals. Political prisoners in Evin prison, such as Maryam Yahyavi,…
Protest by Female Prisoners in Evin Against Death Sentence for Pakhshan Azizi
Female political prisoners in Evin Prison are protesting against the death sentence of Kurdish activist Pakhshan Azizi. This protest, which includes a call for solidarity…
16 Women Prisoners at Evin Demand Cancellation of Sharifeh Mohammadi's Death Sentence
Sixteen female prisoners at Evin Prison have condemned the death sentence of labor activist Sharifeh Mohammadi, warning it could lead to harsher sentences for other…
Students Protest Against 'Medicalian's Election Rally'; Several Members of the Islamic Association of Tehran University Resign
Members of the Islamic Association at Tehran University resigned in protest against Masoud Pezeshkian's election rally and the association's support for a reformist candidate. They…
Parliament and Municipality Management Affected by 'Election Leave'; Deputy Speaker Becomes 'Campaign Chief' for Qalibaf; Mayor's Deputies Officially Part of Zakhani's Campaign
The management of Tehran's municipality and parliament is being affected by the election campaigns of Alireza Zakhani and Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, who have involved their…
Uncertainty in Urban Management of the Capital; Chahraman Says Zakhani Took Leave but Did Not Appoint a 'Deputy'
Mehdi Chahraman, head of Tehran's city council, announced that Alireza Zakhani, the mayor, has taken leave for his presidential campaign without appointing a deputy. This…
Golrokh Iraei: Elections Dictate the Dictator's Demands to Society to Repeat Claims of People's Participation in Their Destiny
Golrokh Iraei, a political prisoner, criticizes the upcoming presidential elections in Iran as a facade for dictatorial control, highlighting the involvement of candidates with a…
Dozens of Political Prisoners Demand Public Trial for Narges Mohammadi
Thirty-six female political prisoners have demanded a public trial for Narges Mohammadi, highlighting issues of sexual assault against women in detention. The trial is set…
Statement from 14 Political Prisoners Condemning the Death Sentence for Tomaj Salehi: Today's Silence Means Tomorrow's Sentence for Us
Fourteen political prisoners condemned the death sentence for Tomaj Salehi, highlighting the regime's oppressive tactics against dissenters. The statement reflects widespread domestic and international outrage,…
Prison Sentences for Two Political Activists Participating in Virtual Meeting 'Dialogue for the Rescue of Iran' Confirmed
The Tehran Court of Appeals confirmed one-year prison sentences for political activists Ghorban Behzadian Nejad and Abdollah Momeni for participating in a virtual conference aimed…
Political Prisoners in Women's Ward of Evin Oppose Executions: 'Overthrow is Closer to the Islamic Republic than Ever'
Political prisoners in Evin prison's women's ward protested against recent executions, claiming they strengthen the people's resolve to overthrow the Islamic Republic. Activists emphasized that…
Latest Status of Dual-National Prisoners and Ongoing Hunger Strike of Prisoners
The article discusses the ongoing hunger strikes of political prisoners in Iran, including Atena Daemi and Golrokh Iraei, amidst a backdrop of recent arrests and…
Motahari's Call for 'Prudence' Regarding Shariati; Temporary End to Taheri's Hunger Strike
Ali Motahari has urged the judiciary to address the hunger strike of imprisoned activist Ali Shariati, who has been on hunger strike for over 60…