September 2016
The U.S. Calls for the Release of Narges Mohammadi
The U.S. State Department has called for the release of Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist sentenced to 16 years in prison, citing her…
Narges Mohammadi's 16-Year Prison Sentence Upheld by Appeals Court
Narges Mohammadi's 16-year prison sentence has been upheld by the Iranian Appeals Court, confirming previous charges related to national security and anti-regime activities. Her case…
Iran's Foreign Ministry Announces Release of Homa Hoodfar, Iranian-Canadian Professor
Homa Hoodfar, an Iranian-Canadian professor, was released from Iranian detention for humanitarian reasons after facing accusations related to feminism and security crimes. Her release follows…
Associated Press: Years of Imprisonment and Billions in Fines for Lebanese Prisoner in Iran
Nizar Zaka, a Lebanese citizen imprisoned in Iran, has been sentenced to ten years in prison and fined $4.2 million on espionage charges, which his…
Issuance of Two Death Sentences for 'Sabb al-Nabi' and Continued Criticism of Human Rights Situation in Iran
Two Iranian youths, Sina Dehghan and Mohammad Noori, have been sentenced to death for 'Sabb al-Nabi' through social media posts. The UN and Amnesty International…
Amnesty International Warns About the Health Status of Lebanese Citizen Imprisoned in Iran
Amnesty International has raised concerns about the deteriorating health of Nizar Zakka, a Lebanese citizen imprisoned in Iran since 2015 on espionage charges. His family…
U.S. House Security Committee: Snowden was a disgruntled employee
The U.S. House Committee on Security released a report describing Edward Snowden as a disgruntled employee who leaked classified information without raising concerns with supervisors.…
Amnesty International: Kamal Foroughi, Iranian-British Citizen, Needs Immediate Surgery
Amnesty International has raised concerns about the health of Kamal Foroughi, a 77-year-old Iranian-British citizen imprisoned in Iran, who urgently needs cataract surgery. His case…
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights: The Judicial Process in Iran Has Fundamental Problems
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights criticized Iran for its lack of cooperation with the UN Human Rights Council and highlighted fundamental problems in…
World Medical Association Condemns Denial of Medical Services to Political Prisoners in Iran
The World Medical Association has condemned the Iranian government's denial of medical services to political prisoners, citing it as a form of punishment and a…
Suicide Attacks in Kabul; 35 Dead and 100 Injured
On September 15, two suicide attacks in Kabul resulted in at least 35 deaths and over 100 injuries, with the Taliban claiming responsibility. The attacks…
Trump on Illegal Immigrant Residency: We'll Decide Later
Donald Trump has not committed to a definitive policy on the deportation of illegal immigrants, stating that decisions will be made later. Nearly 11 million…
One Thousand People Arrested in Post-Election Riots in Gabon
Following the announcement of Ali Bongo's narrow victory in Gabon's presidential election, widespread protests erupted, leading to the arrest of around 1,000 people. The unrest…