Human Rights

News Agency Close to Security Institutions Reports; Arrest of Contractors in South Pars

Security agencies in Iran have arrested contractors involved in strikes by workers in the South Pars region, fearing a repeat of past oil worker strikes…

VOA Persian May 2, 2023

Kaveh Farnam, Producer: The Courage of Artists Who Reject Mandatory Hijab is Commendable

Kaveh Farnam praises the bravery of Iranian artists who defy mandatory hijab laws amidst government repression. Notable figures like Afsaneh Bayegan and Fatemeh Motamed-Arya have…

VOA Persian May 2, 2023

Teachers' Demands Unanswered; Arrests of Union Activists Continue

On Teacher's Day in Iran, teachers' demands remain unaddressed as the government intensifies arrests of union activists. A joint statement from fifteen unions declares the…

VOA Persian May 2, 2023

Two Cinema Actors Charged with 'Public Disorder' for 'Removing Hijab'

Afsaneh Bayegan and Fatemeh Motamed-Arya were charged with public disorder for appearing without hijab at a ceremony. Their actions have sparked significant public debate and…

VOA Persian May 1, 2023

Azerbaijan Claims to Have Arrested Sixteen Iranian-Linked Spies

Azerbaijan has arrested 16 individuals linked to Iranian religious-political centers, accusing them of promoting extremism and financing their activities through drug sales. This comes amid…

VOA Persian May 1, 2023

Arrest of Reza Mohammadi, Political Activist, Following Call for IRGC to be Designated as Terrorist

Reza Mohammadi, a political activist in Iran, was arrested after calling for the IRGC to be designated as a terrorist organization. His arrest involved violent…

VOA Persian Apr 30, 2023

A Former Baha'i Community Leader in Karaj Arrested; Burial of Two Other Baha'is in Khavaran Cemetery

Afif Naeimi, a former leader of the Baha'i community in Iran, was arrested by security forces while two other Baha'is were secretly buried by the…

VOA Persian Apr 30, 2023

Continued Security and Judicial Crackdowns on Labor and Guild Activists in Iran

Security forces in Iran have intensified crackdowns on labor activists ahead of International Workers' Day, summoning and interrogating several members of labor unions. The Free…

VOA Persian Apr 30, 2023

New Wave of Arrests of Educators and Labor Activists Ahead of 'Teachers' Day' in Iran

Ahead of 'Teachers' Day' in Iran, there has been a significant increase in the arrests of educators and labor activists, including prominent figures like Mohsen…

VOA Persian Apr 29, 2023

Protest March in London; Iranians Urge Britain to Designate IRGC as Terrorist Organization

Thousands of Iranians protested in London, urging the UK to designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization. The protest included chants against Iranian leader Ali…

VOA Persian Apr 29, 2023

Ali Khamenei Emphasizes Distinction Between Labor Protests and the 'Enemy'; Strikes Persist, Livelihoods at Risk

Ali Khamenei stresses the importance of improving workers' lives while acknowledging their grievances but insists on distinguishing between labor protests and the 'enemy.' Labor strikes…

Increased Pressure on Families of Protesters; Wife and Friends of Mohammad Habibi Arrested

On April 28, 2023, Iranian authorities arrested Mohammad Habibi's wife and several activists visiting his family. This crackdown follows Habibi's own arrest for advocating teachers'…

The Council of Europe Condemns the Supreme Court's Confirmation of Jamshid Sharmeh's Death Sentence

The Council of Europe condemned the Iranian Supreme Court's confirmation of Jamshid Sharmeh's death sentence, urging Iran to revoke it and respect his rights. Sharmeh,…

Protesters in Zahedan Hold Another 'Protest Friday': Khamenei, Have Some Shame, Leave the Country

Protests in Zahedan continued with demonstrators calling for Khamenei to resign and demanding a referendum. The protests were sparked by the killing of a teenager…

Continued Travel Bans on Several Artists Supporting Nationwide Protests in Iran

Several Iranian artists remain banned from leaving the country due to their support for the 'Women, Life, Freedom' protests. Despite no formal judicial rulings against…

Judiciary News Agency Denies 'Deteriorating Health' of Mahvash Sabet; Silence on Her Torture

The Iranian judiciary's news agency denied reports of Mahvash Sabet's deteriorating health while remaining silent on allegations of her torture. U.S. officials have expressed concern…

Court Session for Three Labor Activists Held in Shahriar

A court session for three labor activists accused of threatening national security took place in Shahriar, amid ongoing protests by workers over low wages and…

Iran Human Rights Organization Warns of Imminent Execution of Jamshid Sharmad

The Iran Human Rights Organization warns of the imminent execution of Jamshid Sharmad, a political prisoner, urging global action to prevent it. German officials have…

Continued Security Crackdown on Participants of a Virtual Conference; Abdollah Momeni Arrested

Abdollah Momeni, a sociologist and political activist, was arrested by Iranian security forces following a virtual conference titled 'Dialogue for the Salvation of Iran.' This…

Germany's Reaction to the Confirmation of Jamshid Sharmeh's Death Sentence by the Supreme Court and the Response from the Islamic Republic

Germany condemned the confirmation of Jamshid Sharmeh's death sentence by Iran's Supreme Court, calling for its immediate revocation. The Iranian government responded by accusing Germany…

VOA Persian Apr 26, 2023

Islamic Republic Culture Minister: We Will Not Allow Those Who Remove Their Hijab to Attend Artistic Programs

Iran's Culture Minister announced that artists who remove their hijab will not be allowed to participate in cultural events, following public appearances by several actresses…

VOA Persian Apr 26, 2023

Continuation of Protests and Strikes by Workers and Nurses in Several Cities of Iran

Labor strikes and protests by workers and nurses have continued in Iran for six days, with significant participation from various sectors. The protests are fueled…

VOA Persian Apr 26, 2023

Continued Summons and Arrests of Political and Civil Activists; Mohammad Seifzadeh: I Will Not Attend Court

Mohammad Seifzadeh, a prominent Iranian lawyer, has announced he will not attend his court summons, labeling the Revolutionary Courts as illegal. The ongoing arrests of…

Radio Farda Apr 10, 2019