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View Timeline →Death Sentences of Raouf Sheikh Maroufi and Mohammad Faraji Upheld by the Supreme Court
Iran's Supreme Court has affirmed the death sentences for political prisoners Raouf Sheikh Maroufi and Mohammad Faraji, held in Bukan Prison. They were initially sentenced…
190 University Professors Criticize Parliament's Opposition to Teaching Mother Languages in Schools
Over 190 university professors criticized the Iranian parliament's rejection of a proposal to teach mother languages in schools, highlighting a contradiction to presidential campaign promises.…
Fourth Day of Hunger Strike by Kianoush Cheraghi, Political Prisoner, in Ilam Prison
Kianoush Cheraghi, a political prisoner in Ilam, has been on hunger strike for four days protesting the cancellation of his electronic ankle bracelet and mistreatment…
Taher Naqvi Refuses to Wear Prison Clothes and Use Handcuffs and Leg Irons; Authorities Prevent His Transfer to Hospital
Taher Naqvi, a lawyer imprisoned in Evin, was denied medical transfer due to his refusal to wear prison attire and restraints. He faces new charges…
Report by a Human Rights Organization on the Execution of Nearly 7,000 People in the Past 13 Years
A human rights organization reported that nearly 7,000 people have been executed in Iran over the past 13 years, with significant numbers of Kurdish citizens…
Enforced Disappearance of Executed Political Prisoners; A Human Rights Organization: The Islamic Republic Must Be Held Accountable
On the sixth anniversary of the execution of three Kurdish political prisoners, the human rights organization Kurdpa reported on the enforced disappearance of their bodies…
Kamran Sheikha's Death Sentence Executed After 15 Years of Detention
Kamran Sheikha, a Kurdish prisoner, was executed after 15 years of detention, marking the culmination of a case involving multiple defendants who have faced similar…
The 'Critical' Condition of Eisa Ebrahimzadeh, Imprisoned Farmer, After Suicide Attempt
Eisa Ebrahimzadeh, a farmer and labor activist, attempted suicide after prison authorities denied his request for an extension of leave during the harvest season. He…
Second Round of Voting for the Islamic Republic's Candidates to Succeed Raisi Begins
The second round of voting for candidates to succeed Ebrahim Raisi has begun in Iran, but reports indicate low voter turnout and calls for a…
Death of a Kolbar Due to Gunfire from Islamic Republic Forces in the Nowsud Border Area
A kolbar named Hejir Mohammadi was killed by gunfire from Islamic Republic forces in the Nowsud border area. This incident highlights the ongoing violence against…
IRGC Kills Young Man from Marivan on Suspicion of 'Smuggling Goods'
Ajvan Kiani, a young man from Marivan, was shot and killed by IRGC forces under suspicion of smuggling without any prior warning. This incident highlights…
Zhina Modarres-Gorji, journalist and women's rights activist, sentenced to 21 years in prison
Zhina Modarres-Gorji, a journalist and women's rights activist, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison by the Revolutionary Court of Sanandaj on various charges…
Government Pressure for Public Mourning; Mandatory Business Closures to Participate in Raisi's 'Grief'
Following the death of Ebrahim Raisi, the Iranian government has enforced mandatory business closures under the guise of public mourning, despite widespread public celebrations and…
Dana Lanjabadi, Civil Activist in Marivan, Temporarily Released on 500 Million Toman Bail
Dana Lanjabadi, a civil activist from Marivan, was temporarily released on bail after three weeks of detention for allegedly promoting anti-regime propaganda. His case highlights…
Dena Lanjabadi, civil activist in Marivan, deprived of lawyer access and family visits
Dena Lanjabadi, a civil activist from Marivan, has been detained for two weeks without access to a lawyer or family visits, raising concerns about her…
Arrest of a Citizen Following Visit to Family of Executed Kurdish Prisoner Mohammad Faramarzi
Pedram Hosseinpanahi, a Kurdish citizen, was arrested by Iranian security forces while visiting the family of executed political prisoner Mohammad Faramarzi. His arrest raises concerns…
The Number of Detained Children in Piranshahr Reaches 5
Five children have been detained in Piranshahr, Iran, by security forces, raising concerns about the legality and reasons for their arrests. Human rights organizations are…
Human Rights Sources: A Kolber Killed by Military Gunfire in Baneh
A 28-year-old kolber named Mohammad Khaledi was killed by military gunfire in Baneh, Iran, highlighting the dangers faced by those engaged in this occupation due…
Farhad Novaei, 16-Year-Old Protest Student, Released After 9 Months
Farhad Novaei, a 16-year-old student arrested for participating in protests, was released after nine months of detention. He faced charges related to national security and…
Joint Statement by a Group of Human Rights Organizations: The Time for Silence and Cautious Diplomacy is Over
A coalition of human rights organizations has issued a statement calling for immediate global action against the rising wave of executions in Iran, particularly targeting…