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View Timeline →Iranian Teachers’ Union Launches Campaign Against Death Penalty
The Iranian Teachers’ Union has initiated a campaign against the death penalty in Iran, highlighting concerns over human rights violations. This movement involves educators advocating…
Iran's Supreme Court Upholds Death Sentence for Political Prisoner Arghavan Fallahi
Iran's Supreme Court has upheld the death sentence of 24-year-old political prisoner Arghavan Fallahi, raising concerns over the use of capital punishment against political detainees.…
Protest for a Free Iran Held in Washington DC
A protest advocating for a free Iran took place in Washington DC, attracting various activists and Iranian expatriates. The event aimed to raise awareness about…
An Open Letter to Iran’s Political Prisoners: Caught Between Oppression
An open letter addressed to Iran's political prisoners highlights their dire situation, describing them as being caught between oppressive forces. The letter emphasizes the struggles…
Cambridge Students Protest Graduation Ceremony in Solidarity with Iranian Activists
Several students at Cambridge University protested during their graduation ceremonies to express solidarity with the ongoing protests in Iran. The students aimed to raise awareness…
Iran Escalates Executions Amid Protests, Say Rights Groups
The Iranian government has significantly increased the number of executions, leading to public protests as reported by human rights activists. This surge in executions raises…
Activist: Ayatollah Khamenei's Legacy of Resistance Will Endure
Human rights activist al-Najim emphasizes that Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom serves as a powerful reminder to resist imperialism and maintain resilience. This statement reflects the ongoing…
Criticism of Taliban's Invitation to Brussels; 'Legitimizing a Regime that Oppresses Women'
The European Commission is considering inviting Taliban representatives to discuss Afghan migration, which has drawn criticism from European politicians and human rights activists due to…
Protesters Demand FIFA Exclude Iran from World Cup Over Regime's Human Rights Violations
Protesters are urging FIFA to disqualify Iran from the World Cup due to alleged involvement of the Iranian regime in human rights abuses. This movement…
Protests Erupt in UK Over Police Arrest of Dying Student
Footage of UK police arresting a dying student has sparked widespread protests in the UK, highlighting issues of police conduct and accountability. While the incident…
Indonesian Authorities Shut Down Screenings of Controversial Papua Documentary
Indonesian authorities have halted multiple screenings of a documentary that addresses alleged human rights violations in Papua. This crackdown involves the Indonesian government and highlights…
Hundreds Protest in Ireland Against Police Violence in Light of Recent Incident
Hundreds of people protested in Ireland in response to a police incident that has been compared to the George Floyd case in the U.S. The…
Escalating Conflict in Iran Poses Increased Risks for Activists
The ongoing conflict in Iran has escalated the risks faced by activists, who are increasingly targeted amid the turmoil. This situation involves various human rights…
Jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize Winner Narges Mohammadi Transferred to Hospital for Treatment
Narges Mohammadi, a jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner and human rights activist, has been transferred to a hospital in Tehran for treatment after collapsing.…
Women in Iran Challenge Hijab Restrictions Amid Ongoing Government Control
In Iran, some women are choosing to remove their hijabs amidst ongoing restrictions imposed by the government. This shift reflects a growing resistance to state-imposed…
US and Israel's War with Iran; Human Rights Activists Report 'Worrisome' Conditions of Prisoners in Iran
The US and Israel have intensified military actions against Iran, raising alarms about the safety of prisoners, particularly in light of Israel's evacuation warning for…
Sentencing of Imprisonment and Other Punishments for Two Lawyers in Tehran and Mashhad
Two Iranian lawyers, Taher Naqvi and Khosrow Ali-Kordi, have been sentenced to prison for their legal activities, with Naqvi receiving six years and Ali-Kordi one…
Tenfold Increase in Migrant Deaths at the U.S.-Mexico Border
Migrant deaths at the U.S.-Mexico border have surged tenfold in the past two years, despite a decrease in overall migration due to new asylum restrictions.…
Joint Statement by Human Rights Activists and Boroumand Foundation: A Decade Record of Executions in Iran Has Been Broken
Human rights organizations in Iran have reported a record number of executions, with at least 811 carried out in the past year, marking a significant…
U.S. Customs Prevents Volkswagen Entry Due to 'Chinese Component'
Volkswagen's entry of several car models into the U.S. has been blocked due to a Chinese component potentially violating labor laws. The issue is linked…