Human Rights

Keyvan Rahimi, Manager of Telegram Channel 'Persman Saqez', Arrested Again

Keyvan Rahimi, a media activist from Saqez, has been arrested again by intelligence forces, alongside his brother Kamran, amid a broader crackdown on local journalists…

VOA Persian Apr 30, 2024

At least two retirees arrested after protest gathering in Ahvaz

At least two retirees were arrested in Ahvaz after a protest demanding better conditions and the release of imprisoned workers and teachers. Ahmad Nochian and…

VOA Persian Apr 30, 2024

Babak Zanjani Granted Clemency by Khamenei; Death Sentence Converted to 20 Years in Prison

Babak Zanjani, an Iranian businessman convicted of economic corruption and sentenced to death, has had his sentence commuted to 20 years in prison following clemency…

Threats Against Imprisoned Labor Activists Coincide with International Workers' Day; Statement Banned

Three imprisoned labor activists in Iran have been threatened with increased prison sentences if they release a statement for International Workers' Day. The Iranian government…

Protest Statements Against the Death Sentence for Tomaj: He is the 'Voice of the Revolution' and the 'Innovator of the Silent Melody' of Iranians

Hundreds of Iranian artists and the Pensioners' Council have issued statements protesting the death sentence for rapper Tomaj Salehi, describing him as the 'voice of…

Sediqeh Voseqi to UN Truth Commission: I Have Endured 'Torture and Hardship' with 'Loss of Vision'

Sediqeh Voseqi, a political prisoner and Islamic studies scholar, has testified to the UN about her brutal detention for opposing the compulsory hijab law in…

Indecision Surrounding Yasin Kobdani and Mohammad Darvish Naroui 450 Days After Their Arrest

Yasin Kobdani and Mohammad Darvish Naroui, two Baluch teenagers, have been detained for 450 days without valid evidence against them. Their families' attempts to secure…

10 Political Prisoners Protest the Death Sentence of Tomaj Salehi; Warning About the Possible 'Government Killings' of Seven Other Prisoners

Ten political prisoners in Qazalhessar have condemned the death sentence of Tomaj Salehi, warning of potential executions of other prisoners. They highlight the broader issue…

Global Support for Tomaj Salehi; Protesting Pensioners in Ahvaz: 'Tomaj is a Nation, Free the Nation'

Global protests erupted in response to the death sentence issued for Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, with widespread support from various international figures and organizations. Pensioners…

Khamenei's Representative in Kayhan Calls for Replacement of 'Hijab and Chastity Bill' with 'Noor Plan'

Ali Khamenei's representative in Kayhan newspaper has called for the cancellation of the 'Hijab and Chastity Bill', advocating instead for the continuation of the 'Noor…

Widespread Protests by Iranians and International Officials Against Death Sentences; Expatriates Return to the Streets

Protests erupted globally against the death sentence for Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, with thousands participating in demonstrations across Europe and North America. International figures, including…

Shahbanou Farah Pahlavi's Appeal to All Human Rights Organizations: Do Not Spare Efforts for the Freedom of Toumaj Salehi

Shahbanou Farah Pahlavi has called on the UN and human rights organizations to advocate for the freedom of Iranian singer Toumaj Salehi, who faces a…

Street Protests by Iranians in Several Countries in Support of Tomaj Salehi: Death Sentences Must Be Revoked

Iranians protested in several countries against the death sentence for rapper Tomaj Salehi, demanding its revocation and the release of political prisoners. The protests reflect…

61 Lawyers Protest: Treatment of Women Opposing Mandatory Hijab Contradicts Law and Public Freedoms

A group of 61 Iranian lawyers condemned the violent actions of the Guidance Patrol against women opposing mandatory hijab, calling it unlawful and a violation…

Execution of 23 Individuals in 5 Days; Human Rights Organization: Risk of Execution for Political Prisoner Reza Rasayi Exists

The Iran Human Rights Organization has warned of the imminent execution of political prisoner Reza Rasayi amid a surge in executions in Iran, with 23…

Iranian Teachers' Union Calls for Cancellation of Tomaj Salehi's Death Sentence

The Coordination Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Unions condemned the death sentence of protest rapper Tomaj Salehi and warned of potential protests if the sentence…

As Reactions Continue to the Death Sentence Issued for Tomaj Salehi, His Lawyer Emphasizes His Acquittal from the Charge of 'Corruption on Earth'

Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper, has been sentenced to death, prompting widespread protests both domestically and internationally. His lawyer claims he was previously acquitted of…

The Government's Determination to Confront Women in Iran; Ahmadreza Radan: If the 'Enemy' Crosses the Path of 'Hijab', It Will Pass Everywhere

The Iranian government, led by officials like Ahmadreza Radan, is intensifying its crackdown on women's rights and mandatory hijab enforcement following Khamenei's orders. Despite violent…

Statement from 14 Political Prisoners Condemning the Death Sentence for Tomaj Salehi: Today's Silence Means Tomorrow's Sentence for Us

Fourteen political prisoners condemned the death sentence for Tomaj Salehi, highlighting the regime's oppressive tactics against dissenters. The statement reflects widespread domestic and international outrage,…

Mowlavi Abdolhamid's Reaction to the Death Sentence for Tomaj Salehi: 'Do Not Kill People for Speaking'

Mowlavi Abdolhamid criticized the death sentence for Tomaj Salehi, emphasizing the importance of free speech. Salehi, a dissenting artist, faces execution for his expressions against…

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Criticizes 'Suppression' of Women in Iran and Calls for the Release of Tomaj Salehi

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has condemned the violent suppression of women in Iran under mandatory hijab laws and called for the unconditional…

Hengaw Human Rights Organization: Three Kolbers Arrested and Tortured in Baneh Region

Three kolbers from Baneh were arrested and tortured by Iranian security forces, facing immediate fines for alleged smuggling without due process. This incident highlights the…

Reactions of Activists and Teachers' Organizations to the Death Sentence of Tomaj Salehi: The Government's Infamous Record Grows Darker Every Day

Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper, has been sentenced to death, prompting widespread condemnation from activists and teachers' organizations in Iran. They criticize the judiciary for…