Hossein Ali Montazeri
Former deputy leader in Iran
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View Timeline →Khomeini's Second Order for the 1988 Executions; BBC Report on Montazeri's Second Meeting with the Death Committee
An audio file reveals Hossein Ali Montazeri's critical remarks about the 1988 executions in Iran, highlighting the second order issued by Khomeini for the execution…
The Death of the Judge of the Summer 1988 Executions and Member of the 'Death Committee'; Who Was Hossein Ali Niri?
Hossein Ali Niri, a key figure in the 1988 mass executions of political prisoners in Iran, has died at 69. He was a member of…
PourMohammadi Says '30 Committees' Decided on the Executions of 1988
Mostafa PourMohammadi, a candidate in Iran's presidential election, discussed his involvement in the 1988 executions of political prisoners, claiming they were justified as a response…
Voice of America Investigative Report | Sexual Assault of at Least 11 Detained Boys and Girls During the 2022 Protests in Mazandaran - Part Three
Voice of America reports that at least 11 detainees, both male and female, were sexually assaulted during the 2022 protests in Iran, with incidents verified…
Three Significant Events in the 1988 Executions Case in Less Than a Month
In the past month, three significant events regarding the 1988 executions in Iran have occurred: the death of Ebrahim Raisi, confirmation of Mostafa Pourmohammadi's candidacy,…
Mostafa Pourmohammadi Refers to 1988 Executions in His Election Campaign on Television
Mostafa Pourmohammadi, a key figure in the 1988 mass executions of political prisoners, discussed the Mojahedin-e Khalq's plans during a campaign event without taking responsibility…
Humorous Reactions to the Death of Raisi; From 'Seyyed Donkey of the Prophet' to Freedom from 'Clerical Evil' by God
Ebrahim Raisi, the former president of Iran, died in a helicopter crash, leading to widespread joy and humorous reactions among Iranians on social media. Internationally,…
The 'Execution Ayatollah' or 'Seyyed of the Underprivileged'? A Look at the Life of Ebrahim Raisi
Ebrahim Raisi, previously a low-profile figure in Iranian politics, has emerged as a significant player and potential successor to Ali Khamenei, marked by his controversial…
Raisi's Trip to South Africa; Mahmoud Amiri-Moghaddam: Raisi is Accused of Crimes Against Humanity
Ebrahim Raisi, the Iranian President, is attending the BRICS summit in South Africa despite being accused of crimes against humanity. Mahmoud Amiri-Moghaddam, head of Iran's…
Mohammad Momen; The End of a Trusted Ambassador
Mohammad Momen, a significant behind-the-scenes figure in Iranian politics, passed away at 81. He was a trusted advisor to key leaders, including Khomeini and Khamenei,…
Khamenei: The Islamic Revolution is Ready to Correct Its Mistakes, but Not Open to Revision
Ayatollah Khamenei marked the 40th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, asserting its readiness to correct mistakes but not to revise its principles. He emphasized the…
Akbar Rafsanjani: A Pragmatist Familiar with Power, Wealth, and the Color of Blood
The article reflects on the life and political career of Akbar Rafsanjani, who aspired to be a significant leader in the Islamic Revolution but ultimately…
Ahmad Montazeri: Currently, there is no possibility of publishing new documents
Ahmad Montazeri, son of the late Ayatollah Montazeri, stated that due to a toxic atmosphere, new documents related to his father cannot be published. He…
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani: Founder, Manipulator, and Player of the Islamic Republic
The article discusses the complex political legacy of Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, highlighting his roles as a founding figure of the Islamic Republic, a behind-the-scenes manipulator,…
The Importance of This Round of the Assembly of Experts Elections
The upcoming elections for the Assembly of Experts in Iran, set for March 7, are deemed crucial as they may determine the future leadership of…
Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri Regains His Freedom
Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri has been released from five years of house arrest due to health concerns. He was a prominent critic of the…
The Five-Year House Arrest of Ayatollah Montazeri Will Be Lifted
The five-year house arrest of Ayatollah Montazeri has been lifted, allowing his release after significant pressure from lawmakers. Montazeri, once a prominent figure in the…