Human Rights

UN Secretary-General Condemns Execution of Fatemeh Salabahi and Samad Zahabi

The UN Secretary-General condemned the executions of two individuals, Fatemeh Salabahi and Samad Zahabi, both of whom were under 18 at the time of their…

Radio Farda Oct 19, 2015

Decision to Drop Charges in Case of 'Torture and Abuse' of Disabled Individuals in Alborz Province

The Public and Revolutionary Prosecutor's Office in Pardis dropped charges against a care center accused of torturing disabled individuals, despite prior confirmations of abuse by…

Request for Continued Support from Canadian Parties for Human Rights in Iran

Iranian-Canadian citizens have urged Canadian political leaders to continue supporting human rights in Iran following the upcoming federal elections. They specifically highlighted the cases of…

Protests Against Enforcers of Morality Are 'Prohibited'

Iranian newspapers report significant developments regarding the nuclear deal, with the IAEA indicating the end of investigations into Iran's nuclear activities. This signals a potential…

Protests Over Narges Mohammadi's Hospitalization Conditions

Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist, is facing severe health issues while hospitalized, including being restrained and suffering from multiple seizures. The Human Rights…

Five Arrested in Connection with Islamist Militants in Azerbaijan

Five Azerbaijani citizens were arrested for their involvement with Islamist militant groups in Iraq and Syria, particularly ISIS. This highlights ongoing concerns about the recruitment…

Radio Farda Oct 16, 2015

UN Human Rights Experts Condemn Execution of Juvenile Offenders in Iran

UN human rights officials condemned the recent executions of juvenile offenders Fatemeh Salabihi and Samad Zahabi in Iran, highlighting legal flaws in their trials and…

Radio Farda Oct 15, 2015

International Criticism of Recent Executions of Teenage Offenders in Iran

Amnesty International and the European Union have condemned the recent executions of two minors in Iran, highlighting the country's judicial system's treatment of children. Fatemeh…

Radio Farda Oct 14, 2015

Following the Arrest of Teachers, the Head of Iranian Schools in the UAE Has Also Been Arrested

The head of Iranian schools in the UAE was arrested following the detention of 22 Iranian teachers for lacking work permits. The Iranian government is…

Washington Post Protests Ruling Against Jason Rezaian

The Washington Post has condemned a ruling by an Iranian court against its journalist Jason Rezaian, calling it unjust and announcing plans to appeal. Rezaian,…

Detained Teachers in the UAE Remain in Prison

Nine male Iranian teachers remain imprisoned in the UAE after being arrested for lacking work permits, while 13 female teachers have been released on bail.…

Will Executions Decrease in Iran?

As the World Day Against the Death Penalty arrives, discussions about the high number of executions in Iran are intensifying, particularly regarding drug-related offenses which…

Amnesty International: The Virginity Test on Atena Farghadani is a Form of Torture

Atena Farghadani, an imprisoned Iranian painter, has been subjected to forced virginity tests, which Amnesty International condemns as torture and a violation of women's rights.…

Radio Farda Oct 10, 2015

Khamenei's Representative at Hajj: Arrest of Pilgrims is Not True

The representative of Khamenei at Hajj has denied rumors regarding the arrest of Iranian pilgrims during the Mina incident, confirming that 69 pilgrims are still…

Radio Farda Oct 9, 2015

India Protests to Saudi Arabia After Indian Maid's Arm is Severed

The Indian government has protested to Saudi Arabia after a maid's arm was severed by her employer following complaints of abuse. This incident has raised…

Radio Farda Oct 8, 2015

Anti-Government Protests in Lebanon Turn Violent

Protests in Beirut escalated into violence as demonstrators clashed with security forces over economic grievances and government corruption. The national dialogue session aimed at resolving…

Radio Farda Oct 8, 2015

Khamenei's Representative for Hajj: No Iranians Arrested in Mina Incident

Ali Qazi Asgar, Khamenei's representative for Hajj, denied reports of Iranian pilgrims being arrested in Saudi Arabia following the Mina tragedy, which resulted in at…

Radio Farda Oct 7, 2015

Human Rights Defenders Express Concern Over Broadcast of Jason Rezaian's 'Forced Confessions'

Human rights advocates are alarmed by calls from Iranian lawmakers to broadcast Jason Rezaian's forced confessions. Rezaian, a journalist for The Washington Post, has been…

Radio Farda Oct 7, 2015

Amnesty International: Arms Restrictions Should Be Imposed on the Arab Coalition

Amnesty International has called for arms restrictions against the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen, citing potential war crimes during airstrikes that have resulted in significant civilian…

Radio Farda Oct 6, 2015

Former UN General Assembly President Arrested on Bribery Charges

John Ashe, a former president of the UN General Assembly, was arrested for allegedly accepting a million dollars in bribes from a Chinese billionaire in…

Radio Farda Oct 3, 2015

Opponents of the Nuclear Agreement Protest Outside Parliament, Ended with Police Intervention

A sit-in protest by opponents of Iran's nuclear agreement outside the parliament ended with police intervention after warnings from law enforcement. The protesters, who had…

Radio Farda Oct 3, 2015

Continuation of 'Illegal' Sit-in Protesting Nuclear Agreement in Front of Parliament

A sit-in protesting the Vienna nuclear agreement continues outside the Iranian Parliament despite being declared illegal. Participants demand the rejection of the agreement, while some…

Radio Farda Oct 2, 2015

Sit-in Protest in Front of Iranian Parliament Demands Rejection of Nuclear Agreement with World Powers

A sit-in protest against the Vienna nuclear agreement has taken place in front of the Iranian parliament, deemed illegal by the governor of Tehran. Several…

Radio Farda Sep 27, 2015