Human Rights

Israel Claims to Have Arrested Over 100 Hamas Operatives in Gaza

Israel has arrested over 100 Hamas operatives in Gaza, including members of its elite forces involved in a recent attack. This follows a deadly assault…

VOA Persian Nov 19, 2023

Business Shutdowns at Mandatory Hijab Station; 'Therapeutic Closure' Continues

The Islamic Republic continues to enforce mandatory hijab policies through the closure of businesses, including cafes and restaurants, particularly in affluent areas of Tehran. Recent…

VOA Persian Nov 17, 2023

Families of the Victims Demand Justice on the Fourth Anniversary of the Protests: November Continues

On the fourth anniversary of the November 2019 protests in Iran, families of victims are demanding justice and commemorating their loved ones despite government pressure.…

Exclusive: Eyewitness Accounts of Women's Resistance Against Mandatory Hijab: We Will Not Wear Scarves

Eyewitness accounts reveal that government pressure on women in Iran to adhere to mandatory hijab has intensified following the death of Armita Garavand. Women are…

Assassination Attempt on an Iranian Political Activist in Erbil

Sohrab Rahmati, a political activist and lawyer in Iraq, survived an assassination attempt after receiving threats from Iranian security agencies. He had been involved in…

Exclusive; Intelligence Agencies' Efforts to Dissolve the Human Rights Commission of Lawyers' Associations in Iran

Iranian security agencies are attempting to dissolve the human rights commission of lawyers' associations, threatening the independence of legal professionals in the country. Lawyers Sina…

International Court of Justice Orders Bashar al-Assad's Government: Stop Torture

The International Court of Justice has ordered Bashar al-Assad's government to prevent torture in Syria, following accusations from the Netherlands and Canada. This interim order…

Warning About Ali Abdi's Health in IRGC Detention: 'On the Brink of Blindness'

Ali Abdi, a civil activist, has been detained by the IRGC for four months without clear charges and is reportedly facing severe health issues, including…

Three Political Activists Sentenced to Over 61 Years in Prison

Three political activists in Iran have been sentenced to a total of over 61 years in prison for charges related to opposition activities against the…

The Third Committee of the UN General Assembly Condemns Widespread Human Rights Violations by the Islamic Republic

The UN's Third Committee passed a resolution condemning the Islamic Republic for human rights violations, with significant support from member states. Abram Paley from the…

Execution of at least 12 prisoners in one day; 9 in Qazalhessar, Alborz and 3 in Kerman prison

At least 12 prisoners were executed in Iran on November 15, with 9 in Qazalhessar prison and 3 in Kerman prison. The executions were linked…

Iran's Supreme Court Upholds Death Sentence for Former Assembly of Experts Member's Murder Suspect

The Supreme Court of Iran has confirmed the death sentence for a suspect in the murder of Abbas-Ali Soleimani, a former member of the Assembly…

France Issues Arrest Warrant for Bashar al-Assad on Charges of 'Crimes Against Humanity' and 'War Crimes'

French judges have issued arrest warrants for Bashar al-Assad and other Syrian officials for their involvement in chemical attacks against civilians. This marks the first…

Reports of 'Mass Arrest' of Women Civil Activists in Rasht

In Rasht, Iran, over ten women activists and journalists have been arrested in a recent crackdown, marking the second mass arrest in months. The identities…

Prison Officials Prevent Narges Mohammadi's Transfer to Hospital Due to Non-compliance with Mandatory Hijab

Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist, was denied transfer to a hospital for urgent medical treatment due to her refusal to wear a mandatory…

Execution of a Baloch Woman in Kerman Prison

Zar Khatun Mazarzahi, a Baloch woman, was executed in Kerman for drug trafficking, a charge she denied. Her case highlights the increasing number of executions…

VOA Persian Nov 14, 2023

Zanjan Revolutionary Court Sentences Protester to 'Monetary Penalty Instead of Imprisonment'

Alireza Ghasemi, a protester in Zanjan, was sentenced to pay a total of 50 million tomans in monetary penalties instead of imprisonment for charges related…

VOA Persian Nov 14, 2023

Two Journalists and Environmental Activists Arrested in Rasht

Two journalists and environmental activists, Nasim Tavafzadeh and Halaleh Nategh, were arrested in Rasht by IRGC agents. Their arrests are part of a broader crackdown…

Supreme Court Confirms Death Sentence for Milad Zahrawand; Denial of Lawyer Access and Rush in Court Ruling

The Supreme Court of Iran has upheld the death sentence of Milad Zahrawand, a 22-year-old protester accused of killing an IRGC officer during protests. His…

Brazil Arrests Another Suspect Linked to Hezbollah

Brazilian police have arrested a third suspect linked to Hezbollah, raising concerns about the group's activities in South America. The arrests are part of an…

Narges Mohammadi Summoned to Evin Prosecutor's Office; Denied Exit for Not Wearing a Hijab

Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, was summoned to Evin Prosecutor's Office but denied exit for not wearing a…

Execution of 3 'Security' Prisoners in Zahedan; Human Rights Sources: They Were Forced to Confess Under Torture

Three security prisoners were executed in Zahedan, accused of collaborating with opposition groups. Reports indicate they were tortured and forced to confess. This incident highlights…

VOA Persian Nov 11, 2023

Israeli War Cabinet Minister: Syrian and Iranian Executioners Cannot Preach to Us

Benny Gantz criticized Syrian and Iranian leaders at an Islamic summit, stating they cannot preach to Israel due to their actions against their own people.…

VOA Persian Nov 11, 2023