Ladan Bazargan
لادن بازرگان
Political activist
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View Timeline →Iran Human Rights Organization: Pakhshan Azizi at Risk of Imminent Execution
Pakhshan Azizi, a Kurdish civil activist sentenced to death in Iran, faces imminent execution after her appeal was rejected. The Iran Human Rights Organization condemns…
Reactions to the Execution of Kamran Sheikhe: 'Extrajudicial Killing' and 'Illegal'; The Islamic Republic Must Be Held Accountable
Kamran Sheikhe, a Sunni political prisoner, was executed in Iran, sparking widespread condemnation and claims of extrajudicial killing. His execution follows that of six co-defendants…
Reactions to the Exchange of Hamid Nouri: The Release of a 'War Criminal' is an Insult to the Rule of Law, Human Rights, and Dignity
Hamid Nouri, a former Iranian prison official convicted of mass executions, was released and returned to Iran in exchange for two Swedish prisoners, sparking outrage…
Prince Reza Pahlavi's Reaction to Attack by Islamic Republic Supporters on Protesters in London: Patriots Will Not Be Intimidated
Prince Reza Pahlavi condemned the violent attack by Islamic Republic supporters on Iranian protesters in London, asserting that such intimidation will not deter the fight…
Reactions Against Attack by Islamic Republic Supporters on Protesters in London: UK Government Must Act Against Attackers
Supporters of the Islamic Republic attacked protesters in London during a memorial for Ebrahim Raisi, injuring several. Activists, including Masih Alinejad, are demanding action from…
Call for Federal Investigation into Islamic Republic's Influence at Princeton University; Cut Ties with Mousavian
The organization United Against Nuclear Iran has called for a federal investigation into Iranian influence at Princeton University, urging the university to cut ties with…
Sweden's Supreme Court Reaffirms Life Sentence for Hamid Nouri; Iraj Mesdaghi: A Victory for Plaintiffs
The Supreme Court of Sweden has upheld Hamid Nouri's life sentence for his role in the mass executions of political prisoners in the 1980s. This…
Civil and Professional Activists Support Roya Hashmati: The Punishment of Flogging Must Be Stopped
Over 20 activists issued a statement supporting Roya Hashmati, who was punished with 74 lashes for opposing mandatory hijab. The activists condemned the Islamic Republic's…
U.S. Expresses Sympathy for Victims of 'Horrific' Kerman Explosions; Germany Condemns Terrorist Act
The U.S. and Germany condemned the recent explosions in Kerman, which killed over 100 people during a government ceremony. Iranian officials have blamed 'enemies' for…
Reactions to the Kerman Explosions; Users: 'It's the Government's Doing'
Deadly explosions during a government ceremony in Kerman commemorating Qassem Soleimani have resulted in at least 103 deaths and 141 injuries. While officials blame foreign…
Solidarity Network for Human Rights in Iran: Democracy Will Be Established with the End of the Islamic Republic
The Solidarity Network for Human Rights in Iran welcomed the Swedish appeals court's confirmation of Hamid Nouri's life sentence for his role in the mass…
Hamid Nouri's Life Sentence in Sweden Confirmed; Islamic Republic Condemns It; Opponents Express Satisfaction
The Swedish Court of Appeal confirmed the life sentence of Hamid Nouri for his role in the mass execution of political prisoners in the 1980s.…
Oberlin College to VOA: Jafar Mahalati on 'Indefinite Leave' Since December 7
Oberlin College has placed Mohammad Jafar Mahalati, former Iranian ambassador to the UN, on indefinite leave amid allegations of sexual harassment and anti-Semitic remarks. The…
Oberlin College Places Mohammad Jafar Mahallati on 'Indefinite Leave' Following Sexual Abuse Allegations and Anti-Semitic Remarks
Oberlin College has placed Mohammad Jafar Mahallati on indefinite leave following allegations of sexual abuse and anti-Semitic remarks. Activists have campaigned for his removal due…