May 2024
Abbas Vahidian Hospitalized in Prison Due to 'Heart Disease'
Abbas Vahidian Shahroodi, a political prisoner in Iran, has been hospitalized due to heart disease, with his lawyer stating he requires specialized medical treatment. Amnesty…
Russia Extends Detention of American-Russian Dual National Journalist
Russian authorities have extended the detention of Alsu Kormashova, a dual American-Russian journalist, until August 6, amid accusations of failing to register as a 'foreign…
Does Trump's Conviction in Court Prevent Him from Becoming President?
Donald Trump has been convicted in a New York court for paying hush money to a porn actress, raising questions about his potential return to…
Amnesty International: Russia Targets Children and Their Parents Due to Opposition to the War
Amnesty International reports that Russian authorities are increasingly targeting children and their families for opposing the war in Ukraine, using them as leverage against dissent.…
Kurdistan Human Rights Network: No information available on 4 detained citizens in Boukan and Marivan
Four Kurdish citizens were detained in Boukan and Marivan without any information on their charges or whereabouts. Additionally, activist Maryam Mahmoudabadi remains in solitary confinement…
Hengaw: Three Protesters in Qazvin Detained by Security Forces
Three protesters in Qazvin, Sajad Mohammadbeigi, Ali Bigdeli, and Mostafa Ranjbar, were detained by security forces during a demonstration against the company 'Rezaayat Khodro Taravat…
What Happens if Donald Trump is Convicted in the 'Hush Money' Case?
Donald Trump is facing a trial regarding a $130,000 hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels before the 2016 election. If convicted, he could…
Families of French Citizens Imprisoned in Iran Seek Help from the United Nations
Families of three French citizens imprisoned in Iran have approached the UN to raise awareness and pressure the Iranian government for their release. The detainees,…
Putin's Third Foreign Trip Since Beginning of New Presidential Term; Arrives in Tashkent
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Uzbekistan for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, marking his third foreign trip since his recent presidential term began.…
Pakistan Arrests 11 Islamist Militants for the Assassination of Chinese Engineers
Pakistan has arrested 11 militants linked to the March suicide bombing that killed five Chinese engineers. The suspects are reportedly members of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan,…
Exclusive; Mohammad Rasoulof: The Islamic Republic is in the minority, the people of Iran want freedom and democracy
Mohammad Rasoulof, an acclaimed Iranian filmmaker, discusses the current state of the Islamic Republic, claiming it is a minority against the majority of Iranians who…
Zhina Modarres-Gorji, journalist and women's rights activist, sentenced to 21 years in prison
Zhina Modarres-Gorji, a journalist and women's rights activist, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison by the Revolutionary Court of Sanandaj on various charges…
Ali Moslehi, government-critical journalist, summoned to serve prison sentence
Ali Moslehi, a journalist critical of the Iranian government, has been summoned to serve a prison sentence of over three years for charges including insulting…
Government Forces Prevent Families of Executed Political Prisoners from Entering Khavaran
On June 4, Iranian security forces barred families of political prisoners executed in the 1980s from entering Khavaran cemetery to commemorate their loved ones. This…
Reuters: Putin Ready to End War with Ukraine
Vladimir Putin is reportedly ready to negotiate a ceasefire to end the war with Ukraine, but Ukrainian officials dismiss this as a tactic to distract…
U.S. President Rejects ICC's Jurisdiction Over Israeli Officials
U.S. President Joe Biden has publicly rejected the International Criminal Court's jurisdiction over Israeli officials accused of war crimes in Gaza. This statement comes in…
Deputy Chief of Staff of the Russian Army Arrested on Charges of Receiving Bribes
The Deputy Chief of Staff of the Russian Army, General Vadim Shamarin, was arrested for bribery, marking the fourth high-ranking defense official detained in a…
Abbas Vahidiyan Shahroudi Banned from Visits Again
Abbas Vahidiyan Shahroudi, a political prisoner and critic of the Iranian regime, has been banned from visits again after reading a birthday message for his…
Confrontation with Protesters Against Sand and Gravel Extraction from River in Hashtroud; At Least Five Farmers Arrested
In Hashtroud County, five farmers were arrested after protesting against the environmental damages caused by sand washing workshops. The protests highlight the conflict between local…
Student Protests at UCLA; University Police Chief Temporarily Reassigned
The police chief at UCLA has been temporarily reassigned following criticism of his handling of recent student protests related to the Gaza conflict. This decision…
Withdrawal of the Main Candidate of Germany's Far-Right Party from the European Parliament Elections
Maximilian Kra, the main candidate of Germany's far-right AfD party, withdrew from the European Parliament elections after controversial remarks about the SS. Marine Le Pen's…
Tattooed Singer Tataloo Sentenced to Imprisonment
Amir Hossein Maghsoudloo, known as Tataloo, has been sentenced to imprisonment, reportedly for three years due to charges of insulting the sacred. His case has…
Nurses Equipped with Pepper Spray, Stun Guns, and Batons for Personal Protection
Nurses in Iran are being equipped with personal protection gear due to increasing violence against them, including a recent stabbing incident. This move comes amid…
140 Pakistani Students Transferred on Special Flight from Kyrgyzstan to Lahore
A special flight brought 180 Pakistanis, including 140 students, back to Lahore from Kyrgyzstan after violent protests in Bishkek injured several individuals. The clashes were…
Dozens Injured Following Protest Against 'Increase' of Foreign Workers in Kyrgyzstan
A protest in Kyrgyzstan against the increase of foreign workers led to clashes resulting in injuries to 28 individuals, including foreign nationals. The situation highlights…
US Security Warning About Potential Attacks on LGBTQ Individuals and Gatherings
The US State Department has issued a global warning about potential terrorist attacks on LGBTQ individuals and gatherings, coinciding with the International Day Against Homophobia…
Three Spanish Tourists and Three Afghans Killed in Shooting in Bamiyan
In a shooting incident in Bamiyan, three Spanish tourists and three Afghans were killed, with four arrests made. This attack raises concerns about security in…
New Court Case for Narges Mohammadi on Charges of 'Propaganda Against the Regime' to be Held
Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate imprisoned in Iran, faces new charges of 'propaganda against the regime' with a court hearing scheduled. This case…
Formation of an Independent Committee in FIFA to Review Palestinian Demands for Israel's Exclusion
FIFA is forming an independent committee to review the Palestinian Football Association's request to exclude Israel from competitions due to the ongoing Gaza conflict. This…
Kamāl Lotfi, father of a victim of the nationwide protests, transferred to prison one month after his arrest
Kamāl Lotfi, the father of Reza Lotfi who died during the 2022 protests in Iran, has been transferred to prison after a month of detention…
A Young Kolber Shot Dead by Islamic Republic Forces at the Baneh Border
A young kolber named Vahid Qarpour was shot dead by Islamic Republic forces at the Baneh border, marking another incident in a series of violent…
Police Claim About the Violent Arrest of a Woman: She Threw Hot Coffee at Officers
The Iranian police claimed a woman without a hijab violently resisted arrest by throwing hot coffee at officers. This incident, captured on video, has sparked…
Security Crisis in Iran; Knife Attacks in Tehran, Armed Robberies in Delfan, Police Fighting Against Women
A security crisis in Iran is highlighted by violent incidents including knife attacks in Delfan and armed robberies in Tehran, coinciding with a police crackdown…
Worsening Condition of Reza Aghdasi, Imprisoned Labor Activist; Dadban: His Access to Medical Services is Severely Limited
Reza Aghdasi, an imprisoned labor activist in Iran, is suffering from a severe ear infection and is being denied necessary medical treatment by prison authorities.…
Mustafa Tajzadeh's Lawyer Reports New and Unknown Charges Against His Client
Mustafa Tajzadeh's lawyer has reported that new and unspecified charges have been filed against him while he is already serving a sentence for previous charges.…
Supreme Court Overturns Acquittal of Yasin Ramin, Sentences Him to Three Years in Prison and Fines
Yasin Ramin, previously acquitted of embezzlement charges related to the Red Crescent, has been sentenced to three years in prison and fined over 873,000 euros…
The Mayor of District 5 in Shiraz Killed by Unknown Individuals
Reza Masoudi, the mayor of District 5 in Shiraz, was murdered by unknown assailants, prompting the immediate closure of the City Council. The incident raises…
Protesters in Israel Demand Freedom for Hostages and Government Change Again
Protesters in Israel are demanding the government continue negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas and are calling for early elections to change…
Dozens Arrested in Armenia During Protests Against Border Concessions to Azerbaijan
In Armenia, protests erupted against the government's decision to transfer border villages to Azerbaijan, leading to the arrest of 41 demonstrators. Protesters, led by a…
Screening of the Film 'Huban' Centered on 'Woman, Life, Freedom', Hamed Moslehi: I Could Not Remain Indifferent to This Movement
The short film 'Huban', directed by Hamed Moslehi, focuses on the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' movement and was produced underground due to security concerns. Moslehi and…
Turkey Claims to Have Killed 17 Kurdish Fighters in Northern Iraq and Syria
Turkey's Ministry of Defense announced the killing of 17 Kurdish fighters in northern Iraq and Syria, escalating tensions with Iraq as Ankara seeks cooperation against…
Bukan Criminal Court Summons Matin Hasani, Eye-Injured Protester
Matin Hasani, an eye-injured protester from Bukan, has been summoned by the local criminal court on serious charges following his previous summons by the Revolutionary…
Savadkuh Criminal Court in Mazandaran Sentences Two Environmental Activists to Imprisonment
Two environmental activists in the village of Bernet, Vahid and Reza Darvish, were sentenced to six months in prison each for opposing mining activities that…
The 8-Year Prison Sentence of Mohammad Rasoulof, Government-Critical Filmmaker, Confirmed by Appeals Court
Mohammad Rasoulof, a prominent Iranian filmmaker critical of the government, has had his 8-year prison sentence confirmed by an appeals court, primarily due to his…
Arrest of 'Murder Suspect' Zahra Fakour Sabour; Lawyer: Details are 'Ethical and Confidential'
Zahra Fakour Sabour's lawyer announced the arrest of Mohammad Reza Najati Eslamloo as the murder suspect in her death, which was previously labeled as a…
Hundreds of Activists Demand Unconditional Release of Anisha Asadollahi and Keyvan Mohtadi
Over 700 activists are demanding the unconditional release of Keyvan Mohtadi and Anisha Asadollahi, who were arrested after meeting with French citizens in Iran. They…
Arrest of an American Soldier in Russia; Officials Say He is Accused of 'Theft'
An American soldier was arrested in Vladivostok, Russia, accused of theft and criminal misconduct while returning from South Korea to the U.S. This incident raises…
Ata Rostampour, a Married Kolbar with Three Children, Shot Dead by Islamic Republic Forces
Ata Rostampour, a married kolbar with three children, was shot dead by Islamic Republic forces at the Henghajjal border. This incident is part of a…
Narges Mohammadi Describes the Presence of Over 20 Female Prisoners Over 60 in Evin as a Reflection of Women's Will and the Cruelty of the Islamic Republic
Narges Mohammadi highlighted the plight of over 20 female political prisoners over 60 years old in Evin prison, emphasizing their resilience and the cruelty of…
US President Calls for the Release of All Imprisoned Journalists Worldwide on World Press Freedom Day
On World Press Freedom Day, US President Joe Biden called for the release of all imprisoned journalists globally, emphasizing the importance of journalism. The statement…
Sakineh Parvaneh's Hunger Strike in Evin Prison
Sakineh Parvaneh, a political prisoner in Evin Prison, has initiated a hunger strike to honor the memory of Ali Mozaffari, a teenager killed during protests…
Hediyeh Kimiai Discusses the State of Media Suppression and Journalists Over the Past Year in Iran
Hediyeh Kimiai highlights the escalating repression of journalists in Iran over the past year, noting specific incidents and legal changes that threaten freedom of expression.…
From Los Angeles to New York; Protests Against the Gaza War Spread to More Universities
Protests against the Gaza war have escalated at several U.S. universities, including UCLA and Columbia, leading to clashes and arrests. Both pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups…
Turkish Police Arrest Over 200 Protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day
Turkish police arrested over 200 protesters in Istanbul on International Workers' Day, using tear gas and rubber bullets to prevent them from reaching Taksim Square.…
Pro-Palestinian Student Protesters Occupy a Columbia University Building
Pro-Palestinian students occupied a building at Columbia University to protest Israel's actions in Gaza, demanding the revocation of suspensions against demonstrators. The incident highlights rising…