Ravina Shamdasani
Spokesperson for UN Human Rights Office
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View Timeline →Iran Human Rights Organization: Sentence of Amputation of a Prisoner's Fingers for 'Stealing Five Sheep' Executed
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported the execution of a sentence to amputate the fingers of Yousef T. for allegedly stealing five sheep, highlighting the…
Ambiguity Surrounds Amir Shah-Valayati; Summoned and Re-arrested Concurrently with Neda Al-Nashif's Visit to Iran
Amir Shah-Valayati, a young protester injured during the 2022 protests, was re-arrested after being released on bail, coinciding with Neda Al-Nashif's visit to Iran. His…
Silent Journey; UN Dismisses Concerns About Neda Al-Nashif's Visit to Iran
Neda Al-Nashif, the UN Deputy High Commissioner for Human Rights, visited Iran amidst concerns from human rights groups about potential exploitation of her trip by…
Iran's Efforts to Enforce Mandatory Hijab; Two Bookstores in Tehran Closed
Iranian authorities have closed two bookstores in Tehran as part of a crackdown on civil disobedience against mandatory hijab laws. This action reflects ongoing tensions…
UN and EU Condemn Arrest of Leaders of the Peoples' Democratic Party in Turkey
The UN and EU condemned the recent arrests of leaders from Turkey's HDP party, highlighting concerns over legal processes and media repression. These actions have…
UN: 'Islamic State' Uses Thousands as Human Shields in Mosul
The UN reports that the 'Islamic State' is using thousands of civilians as human shields in Mosul amid ongoing Iraqi military operations to reclaim the…
Protests in Bahrain Erupt Over Revocation of Shiite Leader's Citizenship
Protests erupted in Bahrain against the government's decision to revoke the citizenship of Sheikh Isa Qasim, a prominent Shiite leader. The Bahraini government accuses him…