Roya Boroumand
Executive director of the Abdorrahman Boroumand Foundation
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View Timeline →Abdul Rahman Boroumand Foundation Report on Hundreds of Extrajudicial Killings and Abductions by the Islamic Republic
The Abdul Rahman Boroumand Foundation's report reveals hundreds of extrajudicial killings and abductions by the Islamic Republic from 1979 to present, implicating Iranian officials in…
Hossein Ronaghi: The Continuation of the Islamic Republic Brings Nothing but Death and Destruction
Hossein Ronaghi criticizes the Islamic Republic, stating that its continued rule leads to death and destruction for Iran. He emphasizes the need for unity among…
Deep Regret Expressed by the President of Voice of America Over the Death of Kianoush Sanjari, Former Colleague of the Persian Section
Michael Abramowitz, President of Voice of America, expressed deep sorrow over the death of Kianoush Sanjari, a former colleague and human rights activist. Sanjari, who…
Names and Signs of the Cinema Rex Abadan Tragedy
The Cinema Rex fire in Abadan on August 19, 1978, resulted in hundreds of deaths and significant political controversy. Key figures include Dr. Mohammad Reza…
Who is Mai Sato, the new UN Special Rapporteur on Iran succeeding Javaid Rehman?
The UN Human Rights Council appointed Mai Sato as the new Special Rapporteur on Iran, succeeding Javaid Rehman, who faced restrictions during his tenure. Sato,…
Human Rights Watch Calls for Investigations and UN Intervention Regarding the Death of Javad Rouhi
Human Rights Watch has called for an international investigation into the suspicious death of Javad Rouhi, a political prisoner who died under questionable circumstances in…
Local Officials' Justifications for the Death of Javad Rouhi: He Had an Addiction | Political and Legal Activists: This is Murder
Javad Rouhi, a political prisoner, died under suspicious circumstances in Nowshahr prison, prompting accusations of murder from activists and calls for investigation. Local officials attribute…
Exclusive; A Lawyer: The Death of Javad Rouhi is a 'Deliberate and Planned State Murder'
Javad Rouhi, a young protester in Iran, died in prison under suspicious circumstances, prompting accusations of state murder. Legal experts claim his death was premeditated,…
Retribution: Establishing Justice or Seeking Revenge?
The article discusses the concept of retribution in Islamic law, particularly in Iran, examining its implications for justice and societal violence. Critics argue it promotes…
11 Human Rights Organizations Demand Removal of PourMohammadi from Cabinet
Eleven human rights organizations have called on President Hassan Rouhani to not appoint Mustafa PourMohammadi as Minister of Justice due to his involvement in the…
Hope for Democracy in Iran?
In a State of the Union address, President Bush praised Iranian reformers, yet the struggle for democracy in Iran faces significant challenges, including government crackdowns…