September 2017
Police Deadline for Evacuating Occupied Schools in Catalonia
Supporters of Catalonia's independence are occupying schools to use them as polling stations for a referendum, while police have set a deadline for evacuation. The…
Continued Actions by the Spanish Government to Prevent the Catalonia Independence Referendum
The Spanish government is intensifying efforts to prevent a Catalonia independence referendum scheduled for October 1st, labeling it illegal. Tensions have escalated between Madrid and…
Window; Baha'is Deprived of Education and Continued Detention of Political and Civil Activists
Over 70 Baha'i students have been barred from university due to their religious beliefs following this year's entrance exam results. Human rights advocates, including a…
Meeting with Hassan Sadeghi
Hassan Sadeghi, a 53-year-old political prisoner in Iran, is serving a 15-year sentence for charges related to national security and alleged connections with anti-regime groups.…
Meeting with Shahin Aghdami
Shahin Aghdami, a 39-year-old political prisoner, has spent most of his life in prison and is currently serving a ten-year sentence in Rajai Shahr prison.…
Nader Golchin, the singer of the famous song 'I Won't Be a Child Anymore,' has passed away
Nader Golchin, a prominent Iranian singer known for his nostalgic songs, passed away at 81 due to cardiac arrest after battling lung issues. His death…
Mass Gathering of Houthi Supporters on the Third Anniversary of Yemen's Capital Capture
Houthi rebels celebrated the third anniversary of their capture of Yemen's capital, Sana'a, amidst ongoing conflict with the Saudi-led coalition. The event highlighted the Houthis'…
Where is the Freedom Movement Heading?
The Freedom Movement of Iran has elected Mohammad Tosli as its new Secretary-General following the death of Ebrahim Yazdi. This change comes amid ongoing restrictions…
Second Suspect Related to London Subway Bombing Arrested
British police have arrested a second suspect, a 21-year-old man, in connection with a subway bombing in London that injured 30 people. The Islamic State…
Meeting with Mehdi Khazali
Mehdi Khazali, a critical political activist and ophthalmologist, has been imprisoned in Evin Prison since August 13, following a history of political dissent and a…
Prevention of the 'Pan-Iranist Party' Ceremony
The Pan-Iranist Party was unable to hold a ceremony for its 70th anniversary due to government intervention, which included threats and mobilization of forces to…
Arrest of One Person in Connection with London Subway Bombing
An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a bombing in the London subway that injured at least 29 people. The incident has prompted…
Raha Bahreini: Mr. Soltani's Imprisonment is a Great Injustice
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights condemned Iran's ongoing human rights violations, particularly regarding freedom of expression. Raha Bahreini from Amnesty International highlighted the…
Aung San Suu Kyi Will Not Attend the UN General Assembly in New York
Aung San Suu Kyi has opted out of attending the UN General Assembly amid escalating violence against the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar. This decision…
Amnesty International Calls for Unconditional Release of Rahile Rahimipour
Amnesty International has called for the unconditional release of Rahile Rahimipour, who was arrested while searching for her missing niece, Golroo, born in Evin Prison.…
Symbolic Naming of a Nuremberg Urban Park After Abdolfattah Soltani
A park in Nuremberg, Germany, was symbolically named after Abdolfattah Soltani, an imprisoned Iranian lawyer, on the sixth anniversary of his arrest. The event highlighted…
Gohar Eshghi Calls for an End to Oppression and Discrimination in Open Letter
Gohar Eshghi, mother of deceased blogger Sattar Beheshti, has written an open letter urging the Iranian authorities to end oppression and discrimination against ethnic and…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of Abdolfattah Soltani
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Abdolfattah Soltani, a human rights lawyer imprisoned for six years. His prolonged detention highlights the repression…
Iranian Media Reports Attack on Hajj Cleric from Isfahan in Mecca
A cleric from Isfahan's Hajj caravan was attacked in Mecca, leading to injuries and the arrest of three suspects. This incident occurs against the backdrop…
Diverse Reactions from EU Members to Request for Halting Negotiations with Turkey
German Chancellor Angela Merkel's call to halt Turkey's EU accession talks has sparked mixed reactions among EU foreign ministers, with some supporting her stance while…
Interrogation and Arrest of Several Former Israeli Officials Regarding Corruption in Submarine Purchases
Israeli police have arrested and interrogated several former officials, including a minister and military commanders, regarding corruption in submarine purchases from Germany. The investigations may…
Turkey Condemns Germany's Position to End EU Membership Negotiations
Turkey's spokesperson condemned Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel for her call to end EU membership negotiations, accusing German politicians of populism. Relations have soured following Turkey's…
Meeting with Shahram Eshraghi
Shahram Eshraghi, a Baha'i citizen from Isfahan, has been imprisoned since September 2015 after being sentenced for allegedly promoting anti-regime propaganda. His case highlights the…
Spiegel: Germany Has Rejected Turkey's Request for the Extradition of 80 Turkish Citizens
Germany has rejected Turkey's request to extradite 80 Turkish citizens accused of supporting Fethullah Gülen, a cleric opposed to President Erdoğan. This rejection highlights ongoing…
Merkel's Reaction to the Arrest of Two Germans in Antalya: Possibility of Revising Relations with Turkey
Angela Merkel has warned of a decisive response to Turkey following the arrest of two German citizens in Antalya. This incident highlights the deteriorating relations…