Simin Fahandj
Representative of the global Bahá'í community at the UN
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View Timeline →Global Bahá'í Community Protests Violent Arrest of Bahá'í Women in Isfahan
The global Bahá'í community condemned the violent arrest of 11 Bahá'í women in Isfahan by Iranian authorities, labeling it part of a systematic campaign against…
Global Bahá'í Community's Reaction to Pezeshkian's Presence at the UN: Persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran Has Intensified
The global Bahá'í community condemned the intensified persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran during Masoud Pezeshkian's visit to the UN, highlighting a significant gap between the…
The Policy of 'Victimization' Against Imprisoned Bahá'ís; Farhad Sabetan: Government's Desperation in Providing Evidence
The Islamic Republic of Iran is intensifying its persecution of Bahá'ís, with recent reports of arrests and forced complaints against detained individuals. Farhad Sabetan, spokesperson…
Confirmation of Sentences Exceeding 40 Years in Prison and Social Rights Ban for 13 Baha'i Citizens
Thirteen Baha'i citizens in Iran have had their sentences totaling over 40 years in prison confirmed by an appeals court, alongside additional penalties such as…
Two Baha'i Citizens Sentenced to Five Years in Prison Each
Nematollah and Nazanin Bangaleh, a father and daughter from Shiraz, have each been sentenced to five years in prison for their Baha'i faith. Their arrests…
Reports of 'Beatings' and 'Torture' of Detained Bahá'ís in Golestan
Reports reveal that 24 Bahá'í citizens detained in Golestan faced severe torture and abuse, including beatings and forced confessions, with no response from authorities regarding…