July 2023
Three Kurdish Civil Activists Arrested in Sanandaj by Security Agencies
Three Kurdish civil activists were arrested in Sanandaj, Iran, without clear reasons or judicial warrants. The arrests come amid ongoing persecution of ethnic minorities in…
New Reaction from the Minister of Culture: 'No Negative Reports' on the Gilan Director Before Recent Incident
The Iranian Minister of Culture denied having prior knowledge of sexual misconduct allegations against Reza Taqati, the dismissed Director General of Culture in Gilan, despite…
Elon Musk Links Bronny James' Cardiac Arrest to COVID Vaccine
Elon Musk has linked the cardiac arrest of Bronny James, son of NBA star LeBron James, to the COVID vaccine, sparking significant backlash and debate…
Tehran Bus Workers' Syndicate: Security Officials Prevent Surgery for Reza Shahabi
The Tehran Bus Workers' Syndicate claims that security officials are obstructing the medical treatment of imprisoned board member Reza Shahabi, who suffers from severe health…
Indonesian Police: Action Will Be Taken Against Human Trafficking and Organ Trade Gangs
Indonesian police are investigating a human trafficking and illegal organ trade operation involving 122 victims sent to Cambodia for kidney sales. The crackdown has led…
Police Confirm Armed Robbery in Zahedan; We Will Arrest the Thieves in the Shortest Time Possible
An armed robbery occurred at a mobile phone store in Zahedan, confirmed by local police. The incident is part of a broader trend of increasing…
Revolutionary Court of Mashhad Insists on Death Sentence for Mohammad Javad Vafaee Sani Despite Supreme Court Arguments
The Revolutionary Court of Mashhad has reaffirmed the death sentence for Mohammad Javad Vafaee Sani, an Iranian boxing champion, despite arguments from the Supreme Court…
Radical Islamist Preacher in Britain Charged with 'Terrorism-Related Offenses'
Anjem Choudary, a radical Islamist preacher in the UK, has been charged with terrorism-related offenses after his recent arrest. He has a history of promoting…
UN Forces Command and North Korea Discuss American Soldier
The UN Forces Command and North Korea are in talks regarding Travis King, an American soldier who entered North Korea, creating a diplomatic challenge for…
Second U.S. Nuclear Submarine Arrives in South Korea
The second U.S. nuclear submarine, USS Annapolis, has arrived in South Korea, following the USS Kentucky, as part of efforts to counter North Korean threats.…
Ham-Mihan Newspaper Criticizes Increase in Disabled Individuals in the Country; Abortions Reach 500,000 Annually
The Ham-Mihan newspaper has criticized the Iranian government's approach to abortion, highlighting that annual abortions have reached between 300,000 to 500,000, with a significant portion…
Exclusive | Negar Korkor: My brother was not at the scene during the shooting of the Pirflak family's car
Negar Korkor claims her brother Mojahid was not present during the shooting of the Pirflak family's car, which resulted in Kian Pirflak's death. She urges…
US Expresses Concern Over Sexual Assault of Two Women in India
The US has expressed grave concern over the sexual assault and public humiliation of two women in Manipur, India, which has sparked outrage and led…
Arrest of Four Men in India After Two Women Were Paraded Naked in the Streets
Four men were arrested in India after a video showed two women being paraded naked, leading to public outrage and condemnation from officials. The incident…
Yasser Akbari, Christian Convert, Writes from Prison: I Am a Captive in the Hands of My Country's Enemies
Yasser Akbari, a Christian convert imprisoned in Iran, details in a letter his inability to attend his son's funeral due to prison authorities' restrictions. His…
Pezhman Bazghi Criticizes Judicial Sentences Against Female Actors Opposing Mandatory Hijab
Pezhman Bazghi criticized the Iranian judiciary for sentencing female actors opposing mandatory hijab to harsh penalties, including imprisonment and travel bans. This backlash follows recent…
Italian Police Seizes $946 Million Cocaine Shipment
Italian police seized a record cocaine shipment worth $946 million off the coast of Sicily, arresting five individuals in connection with the operation. This significant…
Putin's Opponent Faces Possible 20-Year Sentence
Alexei Navalny, a prominent opponent of Putin, faces a potential 20-year sentence on charges of extremism. His imprisonment follows his exposure of government corruption and…
Risk of Execution for Mohammad Javad Vafaee; Dozens of Human Rights Activists Call for Immediate Halt to Executions in Iran
Human rights activists are calling for the immediate halt of executions in Iran, particularly concerning Mohammad Javad Vafaee, a political prisoner who faces execution after…
The U.S. Strongly Condemns the Attack on the Swedish Embassy in Baghdad
The U.S. condemned the attack on the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, which was carried out by protesters reacting to a permit for burning the Quran…
Supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr Set Fire to Swedish Embassy in Baghdad
Supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr attacked and set fire to the Swedish embassy in Baghdad in response to a permit issued for burning the Quran in…
Spain to Extradite Former Venezuelan Intelligence Chief to the U.S.
Hugo Carvajal, former head of Venezuela's intelligence agency, is being extradited from Spain to the U.S. to face drug trafficking charges. He is accused of…
Sullivan: We Are Not Close to a Nuclear Agreement with Iran; I Have Deep Respect for Robert Malley
Jake Sullivan confirmed that the U.S. is not close to a nuclear agreement with Iran and is continuing efforts to secure the release of four…
Kareem Bagheri: Some have told me that I am banned from working
Kareem Bagheri, a former coach of Persepolis, claims he has been informed of a work ban, likely due to his past support for protests against…
Warning from Medical Scientific Associations: Dismissal of Prominent Professors Threatens the Country's Future
A group of medical professionals in Iran has raised alarms over the systematic dismissal of prominent professors, linking it to a broader trend of government…
Critical Condition of a Labor Activist in Prison; Davood Razavi on the Brink of Blindness
Davood Razavi, a labor activist imprisoned in Iran, is facing severe health issues, including the risk of blindness due to harsh prison conditions. His syndicate…
Statement by 100 Activists Condemning the Deaths of Kurdish Political Prisoners
One hundred activists condemned the deaths of two Kurdish political prisoners, Peyman Golvani and Moussa Esmaeili, calling for accountability from authorities. They allege that these…
Silent March in Zahedan; Abdulhamid: Our Path is Moderation and Balance
In Zahedan, Molavi Abdulhamid condemned a recent police station attack and called for dialogue as a solution to national issues, emphasizing moderation and the importance…
Internet Cut in Zahedan Ahead of 'Protest Friday'
Internet services were disrupted in Zahedan ahead of planned protests, with security forces intensifying arrests of relatives of the Sunni prayer leader Molavi Abdulhamid and…
Condemnation of an Activist to 16 Years in Prison and Summary Writing of Two Books on Azerbaijan
Mahmoud Ojaqlu, an Azerbaijani civil activist, was sentenced to 16 years in prison by the Islamic Revolutionary Court, with five years enforceable. This case highlights…
Judiciary Claims: Bruises on 'Payman Golvani's' Body Resulted from Severe Psychological and Physical Distress
Payman Golvani, a young Kurdish political activist, reportedly died under suspicious circumstances after being arrested on fraud charges. His family alleges torture marks on his…
Committee to Protect Journalists Calls for 'Unconditional' Release of Nazila Maroufian, Investigative Journalist
Nazila Maroufian, an investigative journalist, was arrested by security forces, prompting the Committee to Protect Journalists to demand her unconditional release. Maroufian has faced previous…
US State Department Calls for Immediate Release of 'All Political Prisoners' in Iran
The US State Department condemned the prison sentence of Iranian rapper Tomaj Salehi, calling it unjust and a violation of human rights. They demand his…
Sepideh Gholian Sentenced to Two Years in Prison and Additional Penalties
Sepideh Gholian, a civil rights activist, has been sentenced to two years in prison and additional restrictions on her rights in Iran. This case highlights…
Raefipour Detained Due to 'Identity Doubts'; His Office: 'Do Not Burn the Saudi Flag for Now'
Ali Akbar Raefipour, a controversial Iranian speaker, has been detained in Saudi Arabia due to passport issues, with claims of identity doubts. His associates are…
Detention of Milad Saidianjou's Sister; Continued Imprisonment of 16-Year-Old Due to Inability to Post Bail
Zahra Saidianjou, sister of a protester killed in Izeh, has been detained reportedly for expressing sympathy with grieving families. Meanwhile, 16-year-old Farhad Navaei remains imprisoned…
Two Yarsan Civil Activists Deprived of Family and Lawyer Visits 50 Days After Arrest
Farhad Zalnouri and Fariborz Shah-Abrahimi, two Yarsan civil activists, have been detained for nearly 50 days without access to family or legal representation. They face…
The U.S. Seeks Economic Cooperation with China
The U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen called for closer economic cooperation with China during her visit, emphasizing the need for dialogue despite existing tensions. This…
Protests Against Police Violence in Paris Canceled
Protests against police violence in Paris were canceled by authorities due to concerns over public order following the recent killing of a teenager, Nael, by…
Molavi Abdolhamid: French Police Did Not Blind Any Protester or Kill Anyone
Molavi Abdolhamid criticized the Iranian government's treatment of protesters, emphasizing the right to protest and condemning the use of violence against them. He also highlighted…
Fatemeh Sepehri's Brother Addresses UN Fact-Finding Committee: Ask the Iranian Government What the Charges Against My Sister Are
Fatemeh Sepehri's brother has called on the UN to investigate the charges against her, highlighting her severe health issues and lack of medical care in…
Pentagon Increases Control Over Classified Information
The Pentagon is tightening controls over classified information following the arrest of Jack Teixeira, a member of the Air National Guard, for leaking sensitive documents…
Images of Mahsa Amini and Amir Nasr Azadani on the Brazilian Women's National Football Team's Airplane
The Brazilian Women's National Football Team showcased images of Mahsa Amini and Amir Nasr Azadani on their airplane as a statement supporting human rights amid…
European Union Warns of Cycle of Violence in Israel and Palestinian Territories
The European Union has condemned Israel's military operations in Jenin and the recent terrorist attack in Tel Aviv, urging both sides to reduce violence and…
Two American Legislators Call for the Return of Americans Imprisoned Abroad
Two U.S. Congress members called for the immediate release of American citizens imprisoned abroad, particularly four Iranian-Americans in Iran. They plan to urge President Biden…
Israel: Jenin has become a 'terrorist paradise', we will change the equation
Israel conducted a military operation in Jenin, targeting what Prime Minister Netanyahu described as a 'paradise for terrorism.' The operation resulted in multiple deaths and…
Hong Kong Police Set Rewards for Arrest of Eight Activists Opposing China
Hong Kong police have charged eight overseas activists with national security offenses and offered rewards for their capture. The activists are accused of colluding with…
Sardar Pashaei: My Brother, the Third World Youth Wrestling Champion, Has Been Arrested
Sardar Pashaei announced that his brother Saman, a youth wrestling champion, has been arrested by Iranian authorities. This incident highlights the ongoing repression faced by…
Ted Cruz's Reaction to Reports on Robert Malley; His Approach Was 'Appeasement to Enemies'
Senator Ted Cruz criticized Robert Malley's removal from Biden's Iran policy, labeling his approach as appeasement. John Kirby from the National Security Council asserted that…
Amnesty International: UAE Must Immediately Free Activists Wrongfully Imprisoned
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of 60 Emirati activists wrongfully imprisoned since a mass trial in 2013, warning that their continued detention…
Crisis in France; Macron Delays Official Trip to Germany
French President Emmanuel Macron has postponed his official trip to Germany due to ongoing nationwide unrest following the police shooting of a teenager named Nael.…