Human Rights

Narges Mohammadi's Letter from Evin: Violence Against Female Political Prisoners Has Increased

Narges Mohammadi, a human rights activist in Evin Prison, reports an alarming increase in violence against female political prisoners, detailing severe physical abuse. She calls…

VOA Persian Aug 17, 2023

Judicial Official of Fars Province: 20 Arrested; Shahcheragh Attack 'Terrorist' Not 'Regretful'

A recent armed attack on the Shahcheragh shrine in Shiraz resulted in 2 deaths and several injuries. Iranian authorities have arrested 20 individuals linked to…

VOA Persian Aug 17, 2023

Families of Ukrainian Plane Victims Protest Final Verdict; Case Goes to Supreme Court

The families of victims from the downed Ukrainian plane PS752 are protesting the final verdict issued by a military court in Iran, which they deem…

Teachers Excluded from Ranking Scheme Write to Ebrahim Raisi, Criticizing Security Approach to Labor Activists

A group of 67 teachers excluded from a ranking scheme wrote to President Ebrahim Raisi demanding action to address their exclusion, attributing it to external…

The Case of Mohammad Jameh Bozorg's Murder, One of the Victims of Protests, to be Reviewed in Military Court

A military court in Tehran will review the murder case of Mohammad Jameh Bozorg, who was killed by security forces during protests last year. The…

At least 7 women's rights activists arrested in Gilan province

At least seven women's rights activists were arrested in Gilan province, Iran, amid increasing pressure on activists opposing mandatory hijab. The arrests come as the…

Security sources of the Islamic Republic claim connection of attackers at Shah Cheragh with 'ISIS'; increase in arrests

Security sources in Iran claim that one of the attackers at the Shah Cheragh shrine was affiliated with ISIS, leading to increased arrests. The incident…

Student Basij Reaction to Dismissal of Political Deputy of the Ministry of Interior; Protest Gathering and Letter Writing

The Student Basij in Tehran protested the dismissal of the political deputy of the Ministry of Interior, sending a letter to the Minister and gathering…

VOA Persian Aug 15, 2023

Exclusive; Details of the Intelligence Ministry's Case Against Six Civil Activists

As the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death approaches, Iranian authorities have intensified pressure on civil activists, opening a joint case against six individuals for alleged…

VOA Persian Aug 15, 2023

Mental Health Professionals Protest Islamic Republic's Sentences; Psychotherapy Does Not Change Beliefs

Over seventy mental health professionals have urged the UN to address the Iranian government's misuse of psychiatry against women protesting mandatory hijab laws. They argue…

VOA Persian Aug 15, 2023

Heavy Sentences Issued for Opponents of Mandatory Hijab in Arak on Charges of 'Insulting the Wife of a Martyr'

In Arak, Iran, heavy sentences including imprisonment and flogging were issued against three individuals who protested against mandatory hijab, despite the plaintiff's forgiveness. This case…

Nazila Maroufian, the protesting journalist, re-arrested; Rajanews declares her crime as 'clear norm-breaking'

Nazila Maroufian, a journalist recently released from prison, was re-arrested while trying to retrieve her phone. Rajanews claims her arrest is due to 'clear norm-breaking.'…

Destruction of Nasim Rahmanifar's Grave; Protest Gathering of Families of Flight PS752 Victims in Behesht Zahra

Families of the victims of Flight PS752 protested in Behesht Zahra after the gravestone of Nasim Rahmanifar was destroyed. They demanded an end to the…

Increased Security Crackdowns on Students in Tehran; 200 Students in Hamedan Denied Accommodation

In the lead-up to the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, Iranian authorities have intensified crackdowns on students, summoning many from universities in Tehran and denying…

Conflicting Reports from Government Media on the Attack at Shahcheragh; Arrest of Several Foreign Nationals

An armed attack occurred at Shahcheragh shrine, resulting in conflicting reports about the number of casualties and arrests. Government media report varying numbers of detainees,…

Arrest of a 'Baha'i Family'; Ministry of Intelligence Claims Involvement in 'Drug Smuggling and Hoarding'

The Iranian Ministry of Intelligence claims to have arrested a Baha'i family involved in drug smuggling and hoarding, linking them to broader issues of drug…

Summoning Hanieh Daemi; "Agents of the Islamic Republic are struggling to prevent the start of protests"

As the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death approaches, Iranian authorities are intensifying threats against families of victims and civil rights activists. Hanieh Daemi was summoned…

Arrest of 90-Year-Old Bahá'í Citizen; Jamaleddin Khanjani and His Daughter Transferred to Evin Prison

Jamaleddin Khanjani, a 90-year-old Bahá'í leader, and his daughter were arrested by Iranian security forces and transferred to Evin Prison without clear charges. This incident…

Several Mazandaran Citizens Arrested for 'Mocking' Mandatory Hijab

Several citizens in Mazandaran were arrested for mocking mandatory hijab on social media, leading to the closure of their businesses. This crackdown coincides with ongoing…

Benjamin Netanyahu Opposes US-Iran Agreement for Release of Five American Prisoners

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed strong opposition to a US-Iran agreement that involves the release of American prisoners and access to frozen Iranian…

VOA Persian Aug 12, 2023

Kareem Bagheri's Restaurant Closed for 'Not Observing Mandatory Hijab'

Kareem Bagheri's restaurant was shut down for not adhering to hijab regulations, reflecting a broader crackdown on athletes who supported protests against the Iranian government.…

VOA Persian Aug 12, 2023

Newspapers' Reactions to Dollar Exchange for Dual Nationality Prisoners; Conservatives: Victory Without Ransom; Government Critics: Agreement Out of Necessity

Iran and the U.S. have agreed to exchange several dual nationality prisoners for access to $6 billion of blocked Iranian funds. Reactions vary among Iranian…

VOA Persian Aug 11, 2023

Exclusive: EU Welcomes Change in Status of Iranian-American Prisoners

The EU has welcomed the transfer of Iranian-American prisoners from prison to house arrest, with hopes for their quick return to their families. The U.S.…

VOA Persian Aug 11, 2023