Human Rights Defenders Center
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View Timeline →Families of 4 Executed Political Prisoners: We Will Continue Our Pursuit of Justice
Families of four executed political prisoners in Iran are pursuing justice through international legal channels, marking the first anniversary of their executions. A meeting in…
International Federation of Journalists: Media Activists in Iran Should Be Released
The International Federation of Journalists has called for the release of six imprisoned journalists in Iran, emphasizing that journalism is not a crime. The report…
Human Rights Organizations: Death Sentences for Political Prisoners in Iran Should Be Revoked
Human rights organizations have condemned the death sentences of political prisoners Pakhshan Azizi and Varisheh Moradi in Iran, calling for the immediate revocation of all…
Human Rights Defenders Support Families of Four Executed Political Prisoners in Complaint to UN Working Group on Enforced Disappearances
The Human Rights Defenders Center supports the families of four Kurdish political prisoners executed by the Iranian government, who have filed a complaint with the…
UN Special Rapporteur Finds Threats by Interrogators to 'Rape and Kill' Six Female Prisoners in Iran Concerning
The UN Special Rapporteur has called for the immediate release of six women’s rights activists in Iran, expressing concern over their long prison sentences and…
Court of Appeals Upholds Sentence of Whipping for Former Political Prisoner Hossein Razagh
Hossein Razagh, a former political prisoner, has had his sentence of 74 lashes upheld by the Court of Appeals due to an alleged absence from…
Zohreh Dadras, Civil Activist Sentenced to Imprisonment, Reports Pressure and Torture During Detention
Zohreh Dadras, a civil rights activist in Iran, reported severe mistreatment during her detention, including solitary confinement and threats. She, along with several other activists,…
Over 60 Years of Prison Sentences for Gilan Activists Confirmed 'Without Court Proceedings'
The Appeals Court in Rasht confirmed over 60 years of prison sentences for women's rights and political activists in Gilan without proper court proceedings. The…
Mostafa Ramazani Announces Hunger Strike in Protest Against Death Sentence of Shahryar Bayat: We Stand Until the End, Whether on the Gallows or in Prison
Mostafa Ramazani, a political prisoner, has declared a hunger strike in protest against the death sentence of Shahryar Bayat, accused of blasphemy. The situation highlights…
Iran's Teachers' Union Condemns 'Inhuman Sentences' Against Activists and Women
The Iranian Teachers' Union condemned the harsh sentences given to 11 activists in Gilan, totaling over 60 years in prison, for charges related to political…
Exhibition at the Nobel Peace Center; Norwegian Students Learn About Narges Mohammadi's Life and Women's Struggles in Iran
An exhibition showcasing the life of Narges Mohammadi and the struggles of Iranian women opened at the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo, coinciding with International…
Concerns Over Zeynab Jalalian's Health in Yazd Prison; This Political Prisoner is Deprived of Medical Care
Zeynab Jalalian, a political prisoner in Yazd, is facing severe health issues and has been denied medical care, raising concerns about her vision and overall…
Human Rights Defenders: Zeynab Jalalian's Vision is at 'Serious Risk'
Zeynab Jalalian, a political prisoner in Iran, faces serious risks to her vision due to lack of medical care after 16 years of imprisonment. Human…
Human Rights Defenders Center on the Anniversary of the Forouhar Murders: A Reminder of Unfinished Justice for 'Horrific Crimes'
The Human Rights Defenders Center commemorated the 25th anniversary of the murders of Parvaneh Eskandari and Dariush Forouhar, emphasizing the ongoing struggle for justice. Participants…
Narges Mohammadi to Nobel Committee: Support the People of Iran Until Final Victory
Narges Mohammadi, a political prisoner and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner, called on the Nobel Committee to support the Iranian people in their struggle for…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Calls for Immediate Release of Tomaj Salehi and All Political Prisoners
Nasrin Sotoudeh has called for the immediate release of jailed rapper Tomaj Salehi and all political prisoners in Iran, highlighting the oppressive conditions faced by…
Continued Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Families of Protesters; Extension of Detention for Fatemeh Sepehri's Brothers
The Iranian judiciary has extended the detention of Mohammad Hossein and Hossein Sepehri, brothers of political prisoner Fatemeh Sepehri, who has been imprisoned for over…
Fatemeh Sepehri Transferred from Prison to ICU Section of Hospital
Fatemeh Sepehri, a political prisoner, has been transferred to the ICU after her health deteriorated following open-heart surgery and influenza. Her family reports severe mistreatment…
Hosseyn Razagh, imprisoned media activist, goes on hunger strike
Hosseyn Razagh, a political prisoner in Iran, has initiated a hunger strike after being moved to solitary confinement, raising concerns about his health and the…
Hunger Strike of 13 Political Prisoners in Qazalhessar in Solidarity with Protesters on Mahsa's Anniversary
Thirteen political prisoners in Qazalhessar have begun a three-day hunger strike to commemorate Mahsa Amini's death. They demand to return to Evin Prison and the…