Kavous Seyed Emami
کاووس سیدامامی
University professor and activist
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Morad Tahbaz, a founder of the Persian Heritage Institute, reflects on his six years in Evin prison in his book "Green Parrots," detailing the arrest…
Iran re-arrests environmental activists from 2018 espionage case, lawyer says
Iranian security forces arrested environmental activists Houman Jokar and Sepideh Kashani at their home on July 1, 2026, along with Kashani's sister, Sima. Their lawyer…
Swiss Citizen Dies in Semnan Prison; Judiciary Claims Suicide
A Swiss citizen imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges died under suspicious circumstances in Semnan prison, with Iranian officials claiming suicide. The Swiss Foreign Ministry…
Reactions to the Release of Environmentalists Following Khamenei's 'Pardon': The Islamic Republic Takes a 'Posture of Justice'
Two environmental activists, Sepideh Kashani and Taher Ghaderian, were released from prison following a pardon by Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. This release has sparked…
Lawyer for Environmental Prisoners: Taher Ghaderian, Sepideh Kashani, Niloufar Bayani, and Hooman Jokar Have Received 'Amnesty'
Several imprisoned environmental activists in Iran, including Taher Ghaderian, Sepideh Kashani, Niloufar Bayani, and Hooman Jokar, have received amnesty from the Supreme Leader, with hopes…
Court Rejects Conditional Release of Environmental Prisoners
A court in Iran has denied conditional release for four environmental activists after six years of detention, despite legal provisions that suggest they should be…
Sam Rajabi, Environmental Activist, Released After 6 Years
Sam Rajabi, an environmental activist, has been released after serving 6 years in prison on espionage charges, which were widely criticized by human rights organizations.…
Iran's Prosecutor: The Espionage of Eight Environmental Activists is Certain
Iran's Prosecutor General has declared that eight detained environmental activists are confirmed spies, amidst ongoing court proceedings. The activists face serious charges including espionage and…
Examining the Security Sensitivity Towards Wildlife Activists
As World Wildlife Day approaches, the Iranian government has intensified scrutiny of wildlife activists, leading to arrests and accusations of espionage. Key figures in this…
A Group of Iranian Documentarians Testify to the 'Innocence' of Detained Environmental Activists
A group of Iranian documentarians has defended eight detained environmental activists, asserting their innocence and calling for a fair trial. The activists have been accused…
Amnesty International Annual Report: Human Rights Situation in Iran Has Deteriorated
Amnesty International's annual report highlights a significant deterioration in human rights in Iran, detailing various violations including arbitrary arrests, media repression, and discrimination against women…
Extension of Travel Ban for Maryam Mambini, Wife of Kavous Seyed-Emami
Maryam Mambini, the wife of deceased environmentalist Kavous Seyed-Emami, has had her travel ban extended by Iranian authorities. This decision comes amid ongoing concerns regarding…
Third Court Session for Environmental Activists; Security Forces' Attempts to Create New Film Against Prisoners
The third court session for eight environmental activists in Iran was held amid allegations of security forces attempting to fabricate evidence against them. Families of…
Environmentalists' Court Session Held 'Only with Trusted Lawyers'
A court session for eight environmental activists accused of espionage was held without their chosen lawyers, raising concerns about judicial fairness. The families of the…
Iran's Attorney General Calls Detained Environmental Activists 'Infiltrators'
Iran's Attorney General has labeled detained environmental activists as 'infiltrators' linked to foreign espionage, despite the Ministry of Intelligence denying any espionage claims. The situation…
Letter from Hundreds to the Head of the Judiciary: Environmental Detainees Were Protecting the Country's Nature
Over a thousand environmental specialists and activists have defended detained environmentalists in Iran, asserting they were protecting nature and had no suspicious activities. The activists…
Tehran Judiciary Chief: Court for Imprisoned Environmental Activists to Be Held Soon
The Tehran judiciary has announced that the court for imprisoned environmental activists will be held soon, with charges against some being changed from espionage to…
Charge of 'Corruption on Earth' Against Five Detained Environmental Activists 'Based on Army Letter'
Five environmental activists in Iran have had their charges changed from espionage to 'corruption on earth' based on a letter from the military. This shift…
Families of Imprisoned Environmental Activists Appeal to Khamenei
Families of eight detained environmental activists in Iran have appealed to Supreme Leader Khamenei for their access to legal representation and fair trial conditions, asserting…
Isa Kalantari: Clarify the Status of Environmental Detainees
Isa Kalantari, head of Iran's Department of Environment, has called for clarity on the status of environmental detainees accused of espionage, emphasizing that the Minister…