September 2023
Suspect in the Murder of Tupac Shakur, Famous American Rapper, Arrested After Nearly 30 Years
Duane Keith Davis, a former gang leader, has been arrested for the murder of Tupac Shakur nearly 30 years after the rapper's assassination in Las…
Human Rights Sources: A Kolber Killed by Military Gunfire in Baneh
A 28-year-old kolber named Mohammad Khaledi was killed by military gunfire in Baneh, Iran, highlighting the dangers faced by those engaged in this occupation due…
Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday in Zahedan'; Merchants Strike in Sistan and Baluchestan
On the anniversary of 'Bloody Friday' in Zahedan, protests and strikes occurred in various cities of Sistan and Baluchestan, with citizens demanding justice and confronting…
Human Rights Sources: Increase in Number of Detainees on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday' in Zahedan
On the anniversary of the 'Bloody Friday' events in Zahedan, protests erupted leading to at least 51 arrests and numerous injuries, including children. Government forces…
Mediterranean: A Graveyard for Refugees; UNICEF Warns About Unaccompanied Refugee Children
UNICEF reported a significant increase in unaccompanied child refugees crossing the Mediterranean, highlighting the dangers they face and the rising death toll. The situation is…
Human Rights Sources: Number of Detainees in Protests in Zahedan, Khash, and Mirjaveh Exceeds 48
Protests in Zahedan, Khash, and Mirjaveh have led to at least 48 detentions following Friday prayers. Journalist Mehdi Nakhl-Ahmadi highlights the ongoing demands for justice…
Shooting by Islamic Republic Forces at Protesters on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday' in Zahedan
On the anniversary of 'Bloody Friday', clashes occurred in Zahedan, resulting in at least 23 injuries among protesters due to gunfire from government forces. The…
Saman Pashaei's Brother Claims He Likely Suffered 'Concussion' While in Detention
Saman Pashaei's brother alleges that Saman suffered a concussion while detained by Iranian intelligence. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of detainees in…
Azerbaijani Forces Arrest Former Leader of Separatist Nagorno-Karabakh Government
Azerbaijani forces arrested Ruben Vardanyan, the former leader of the separatist Nagorno-Karabakh government, as he attempted to flee to Armenia amid a mass exodus of…
Tourist SIM Card; The Islamic Republic's Effort to Present a False Image to Tourists
Shirin Ebadi and sociologist Saeed Madani criticize Iran's new tourist SIM card plan, arguing it aims to misrepresent the country to visitors while maintaining strict…
Death of Jewish Prisoner in Iran; Tanaz Kolahchian: His Jewish Identity Increased Pressures and Hardships
Faramarz Javidzad, a Jewish prisoner in Iran, died in Evin Prison under controversial circumstances, with his lawyer claiming that his Jewish identity led to increased…
The U.S. Arrests a Senior ISIS Member in Northern Syria
The U.S. Central Command has arrested Abu Halal al-Fadani, a senior ISIS member, in northern Syria during a helicopter raid. This operation is part of…
Abdul Ghafar Naqshbandi Emphasizes the Need for Nationwide Action in Balochistan on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday'
Abdul Ghafar Naqshbandi has called for nationwide protests in Balochistan to commemorate the anniversary of 'Bloody Friday' in Zahedan, urging the public to respond to…
Teacher Abolfazl Adinehzadeh Released on 'One Billion Toman' Bail
Abolfazl Adinehzadeh's teacher, Mehdi Sheibani, was released on bail after being arrested for commemorating the teenager's birthday. Abolfazl was killed during protests last year, highlighting…
Son of Arrested Imam of Rask: My Father Has Been Tortured with a Taser and Electric Iron
The son of Mowlavi Fathi Mohammad Naqshbandi, a Sunni Imam arrested in Iran, claims his father is being tortured in custody. This incident highlights ongoing…
Strike at Urmia Cement Factory; Protests Over Wages and Discrimination Between Workers and Managers
Workers at the Urmia Cement Factory have gone on strike due to insufficient wages and discrimination between their salaries and those of managers. The protests…
Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Protesters; Teacher Arrested for Celebrating the Birthday of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh
Mehdi Sheibani, a teacher, was arrested for celebrating the birthday of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh, a teenager killed in last year's protests. The Iranian government is intensifying…
Continued Pressure on Media Activists; Ali Hadiyaloo and Hoshyar Babaei Summoned to Court
Ali Hadiyaloo and Hoshyar Babaei, two media activists in Iran, have been summoned and interrogated by government forces as pressure on journalists increases ahead of…
A Member of Parliament: The Hijab and Chastity Law Says We Will Arrest, Imprison, and Fine
Jalil Rashidi Koocheh, an Iranian MP, criticized the enforcement of the Hijab and Chastity law, arguing it increases public dissatisfaction and should focus on guidance…
Anniversary of Nika Shakeri Canceled Under Security Pressures; Nika's Mother: We Cannot Stand Against Oppression and Injustice Empty-Handed
The anniversary ceremony for Nika Shakeri, a teenage protester killed during the 2022 protests in Iran, was canceled due to government pressures on her family.…
Fact-Checking | Islamists' Misuse of Artificial Intelligence for 'Deepfake' Apocalyptic Narratives
A new report reveals that an Islamist network is using artificial intelligence to create deepfake videos promoting apocalyptic narratives, including a deepfake of Elon Musk.…
Re-arrest of Khalid Pirzadeh, Political Activist, and His Transfer to an Unknown Location
Khalid Pirzadeh, a former political prisoner and bodybuilding champion, was re-arrested in Ahvaz and transferred to an unknown location. His previous imprisonment was marked by…
Yalda Moayeri's Account One Year After Arrest During Protests: I and 'Other Women' Were Sexually Assaulted
Yalda Moayeri, a photojournalist, disclosed that she and other women were sexually assaulted by government agents during protests in Iran last year. She has faced…
Conflicting Reports on the Death of a Protester in Saqqez Due to Gunfire from Government Forces
Fardin Jafari, a protester injured by government gunfire in Saqqez, has reportedly died in the hospital, contradicting earlier reports of his recovery. The incident coincides…
Anniversary of Mahsa; US Deputy Secretary of State: The Islamic Republic has not learned from the protests
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, US Deputy Secretary of State Azra Zia criticized the Iranian regime for failing to learn from protests, highlighting…
24 Social Media Activists Arrested in Gilan on Charges of 'Inciting Public Disorder'
24 social media activists were arrested in Gilan, Iran, on charges of inciting public disorder. The Iranian government has intensified its crackdown on dissent, with…
Witnesses Report Protests in Saqez: People Chanted in Persian and Kurdish: 'Don't Cry Mother, We Will Avenge Your Daughter's Death'
Protests erupted in Saqez following the death of Mahsa Amini, with thousands participating in a funeral that turned into a demonstration against the Iranian regime.…
Arash Sadeghi's Appeal Rejected; Court of Appeals Confirms 4-Year Sentence for Civil Activist
Arash Sadeghi's appeal against a four-year prison sentence has been rejected by the Court of Appeals in Iran. He faces multiple charges related to his…
Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Families Seeking Justice; Ayda Rostami's Brother Arrested
Armin Rostami, brother of Ayda Rostami who was killed during protests, was arrested amid increasing pressure on families seeking justice in Iran. This comes as…
Request to Exclude Iran from the 2024 Paris Olympics Due to Discrimination Against Women in Sports
A group of Iranians abroad has called for Iran's exclusion from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to government discrimination against women in sports. Key figures…
Zahra Rahnavard's Message to Bahareh Hedayat: 'Religious Despotism' Will Not Last with 'National Cohesion'
Zahra Rahnavard urged Bahareh Hedayat to end her hunger strike, emphasizing national unity against religious despotism. Hedayat has been on hunger strike for over two…
Amjad Amini Summoned to Intelligence Office in Saqqez; Severe Security Atmosphere in Kurdistan Province
Amjad Amini, father of Mahsa Amini, has been summoned by the authorities amid increasing pressure on the family as the anniversary of Mahsa's death approaches.…
Ted Cruz Criticizes US-Iran Agreement; It's a $6 Billion Ransom
Senator Ted Cruz criticized President Biden for allegedly reaching a secret nuclear agreement with Iran, which includes unblocking $6 billion in Iranian funds and releasing…
Bahareh Hedayat Transferred to Hospital on the Thirteenth Day of Hunger Strike
Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, has been hospitalized on the thirteenth day of her hunger strike due to severe health issues. She is protesting against…
EU Expresses Serious Concern Over Detained Swedish Diplomat in Iran
The EU is demanding the release of Johan Flodros, a Swedish diplomat detained in Iran for over 500 days under harsh conditions. His family and…
Government Forces Attack 'Chia Green Association' Meeting; At Least 25 Environmental Activists Arrested
Government forces raided a meeting of the Chia Green Association in Marivan, arresting at least 25 environmental activists. The association has been actively involved in…
The Anniversary of Pouya Bakhtiari's Birth Held with Expressions of 'Hope' for a 'Rebirth of Iran'
A memorial for Pouya Bakhtiari, a protester killed in 2019, was held on the eve of Mahsa Amini's death anniversary, attended by family and activists.…
Cuba Arrests 17 Members of a Mercenary Recruitment Network for the War Against Ukraine
Cuba has arrested 17 individuals linked to a network recruiting young Cubans as mercenaries for the war in Ukraine, allegedly working for Russia. The Cuban…
Iranian Government Condemned to Pay Compensation to the Children of Abbas Amir-Entezam
A U.S. federal court has ordered the Iranian government to pay $19.5 million in damages for the torture of Abbas Amir-Entezam, a prominent political figure…
Habib Afkari, Former Political Prisoner: The Noble People of Iran Will Not Bow to Oppression
Habib Afkari, a former political prisoner, condemns the Iranian government and highlights the ongoing oppression faced by his family, particularly his brother Vahid, who remains…
Increased Pressures Ahead of Mahsa's Anniversary; Reza Norouzi and Hossein Hosseinpour Arrested
Reza Norouzi and Hossein Hosseinpour were arrested in Iran as authorities increase pressure on human rights activists ahead of the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini's…
Former Leader of Far-Right Group 'Proud Boys' Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison
Enrique Tarrio, former leader of the Proud Boys, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for conspiracy related to the January 6 Capitol attack and…
Eight Months Imprisonment for a Kurdish Teacher
Soleiman Abdi, a Kurdish teacher and union member, has been sentenced to eight months in prison for propaganda against the regime. He has a history…
Clashes in Deir ez-Zor, Syria Draw Senior U.S. Officials to the Region
Senior U.S. officials visited Deir ez-Zor, Syria, to address escalating clashes between Arab tribes and Kurdish forces, which have resulted in over 50 deaths. The…
Iraqi Immigrant Burns Quran Again in Sweden; Police Arrest Several Individuals
An Iraqi immigrant, Silvan Momika, organized a Quran burning in Malmo, Sweden, leading to violent disturbances and the arrest of several individuals. The Swedish government…
Clashes between Kurds, Arabs, and Turkmen in Kirkuk leave four dead; security forces deployed
Clashes in Kirkuk between Kurds, Arabs, and Turkmen resulted in at least four deaths and numerous injuries, prompting the Iraqi government to deploy security forces.…
Bill Richardson, Former U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Passes Away
Bill Richardson, a prominent U.S. politician and former Ambassador to the UN, died at 75. He was known for his public service, including efforts to…
Hengaw: 264 People Arrested in Iran by Government Forces in One Month
Hengaw reports that at least 264 individuals were arrested in Iran last month, with significant numbers from minority groups and activists. The arrests coincide with…