Hossein Ali Niri
حسین علی نیری
Sharia judge
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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…
Iran's Judiciary Claims Assailant of Mogheiseh and Razini Was 'Not an Ordinary Person'
The Iranian Judiciary has dismissed claims that the assailant of judges Mohammad Mogheiseh and Ali Razini had financial difficulties, asserting he was 'not an ordinary…
Families of Victims Demand Access to Khavaran Cemetery from Pezeshkian
Families of victims buried in Khavaran Cemetery are demanding access to the site after being denied entry for eleven months. They are also calling for…
Following Shooting at the Judiciary Palace; Two Notable Judges Killed
Two prominent Iranian judges, Mohammad Mogheiseh and Ali Razini, were killed in a shooting at the Judiciary Palace in Tehran. Both judges were known for…
Judiciary: Niri Has Not Gone to Germany; Hannah Neumann: 'Clerics' Go Abroad for Treatment
Hossein Ali Niri, a senior Iranian judiciary official, is reportedly hospitalized in Germany, which has sparked controversy and protests from opposition groups. German lawmaker Hannah…
The Massacre of 67; Thirty Years Later
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the 1988 mass execution of political prisoners in Iran, with ongoing struggles for justice by the victims' families.…
Ahmad Khatami: Those Responsible for the Executions of 1988 Should Be Awarded Medals
Ahmad Khatami, a senior cleric in Iran, has called for medals to be awarded to those responsible for the 1988 mass executions of political prisoners,…
The Issues of Executions and Gender Segregation in Election Campaigns
Hassan Rouhani has raised the issues of political executions and gender segregation in his election campaign, targeting his conservative rivals Ebrahim Raisi and Mohammad Baqer…
Examining Three Claims by Raisi in His First Television Interview
Ebrahim Raisi, in his first TV interview as a presidential candidate, emphasized social media's role in fighting corruption and promised a transparent government. However, his…
Are You the Grandson of Taleghani? Execution!
Masoud Khesto, the grandson of the prominent Iranian cleric Mahmoud Taleghani, was executed in 1988 after being imprisoned for his political beliefs and alleged membership…
Reaction of the People's Mojahedin Organization Following the Release of Ayatollah Montazeri's Audio File
The People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran has called for the trial of Islamic Republic leaders for the 1988 massacre of political prisoners following the release…
Ahmad Montazeri: The Audio File is Evidence of Ayatollah Montazeri's Opposition to the 1988 Executions
Ahmad Montazeri released an audio file of his father, Ayatollah Montazeri, opposing the 1988 executions in Iran, which is being discussed widely online. The audio…
Release of Audio File of Ayatollah Montazeri's Statements on the 1988 Executions in Meeting with Judicial Officials
An audio file has been released of Ayatollah Montazeri criticizing the 1988 executions in Iran, calling them the 'greatest crime of the Islamic Republic.' He…