October 2016
Tabriz Prosecutor: The Death of a Doctor's Family Was Not Due to Ritual Food
A Tabriz doctor, Alireza Solhi, is under investigation after the suspicious deaths of his wife and grandmother, initially linked to ritual food. The prosecutor clarified…
Hunger Strike of Rajabian Brothers in Protest Against 'Lack of Medical Care and Absence of Leave'
Mehdi and Hossein Rajabian, two imprisoned Iranian artists, have begun a hunger strike to protest inadequate medical care and lack of leave. They are suffering…
Trump Welcomes FBI's Decision to Reinvestigate Clinton's Email Case
Donald Trump praised the FBI's decision to reopen the investigation into Hillary Clinton's emails, claiming it is a significant political scandal. Clinton, however, expressed confidence…
"We have no personal safety"; Interview with the plaintiffs against Saeed Toosi
The article discusses the allegations of sexual abuse against Saeed Toosi, a prominent Quran reciter with connections to Iran's political elite. Plaintiffs recount their experiences…
Fruitless Efforts of Turkish Justice Minister for the Release of Zarrab from U.S. Prison
The Turkish Justice Minister has made unsuccessful efforts to negotiate the release of Reza Zarrab, a businessman imprisoned in the U.S. on charges related to…
Attacks Against Baha'is Continue 'Intensely but Secretly' Under Rouhani's Government
The International Baha'i Community reports increased repression of Baha'is in Iran under Hassan Rouhani's government, including arrests and discrimination. Despite international criticism, the situation for…
Saudi Arabia Executes Prince on Murder Charges
Saudi Arabia executed Prince Turki bin Saud Al Kabir for murder, marking a rare instance of a royal family member facing capital punishment. This execution…
Political Prisoners in Rajai Shahr: We Are Exposed to Various Diseases and Gradual Death
Political prisoners in Rajai Shahr prison have written to the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights, highlighting dire health conditions and lack of medical care,…
Three Christians Released in Iran After 45 Days; Uncertainty for Two Other Prisoners
Three Christians arrested in Firuzkuh have been released on bail after 45 days, while two others remain imprisoned without charges. This situation highlights ongoing religious…
Six Years in Prison for Senior Bodybuilding Federation Official for Fraud
Alireza Shayan, the Secretary of the Powerlifting Committee of the Bodybuilding Federation, has been sentenced to six years in prison for fraud involving significant sums…
Iranian Embassy in Kuwait: Two Detained Iranian Citizens Have Been Released
Two Iranian citizens detained in Kuwait for photographing a religious site have been released. Their arrest raised concerns due to previous security incidents involving Shia…
German Police Searching for a Syrian Suspect in Bomb Plot
German police are searching for Jaber al-Bakr, a 22-year-old Syrian suspect believed to be planning a bombing, after discovering explosive materials in his apartment. His…
Kuwait's Interior Ministry Reports Arrest of Two Iranians for Photographing a Hosseiniyah
Kuwait has arrested two Iranians for photographing a religious site, raising concerns amid heightened security during the Muharram mourning period. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has…
Continued Criticism of the Confirmation of Narges Mohammadi's Prison Sentence and the Issuance of 26 Years of Prison Sentences for Five Civil Activists
Narges Mohammadi's prison sentence has been confirmed, drawing criticism from human rights advocates who label it unjust. Additionally, five civil activists have received a total…
WikiLeaks to Release New Documents Ahead of US Presidential Election
Julian Assange announced that WikiLeaks will release around one million documents related to the US elections and major institutions in the coming weeks, denying that…
Widespread Defeat of Brazil's Workers' Party in Local Elections
The Workers' Party of Brazil suffered significant losses in the recent local elections, losing control of major state centers and facing serious allegations against its…
Murder of an Iranian Woman by Her Husband 'Due to Her Conversion to Christianity' in Australia
Amir Darban has been charged with murdering his wife Nasrin Abak in Australia after she converted to Christianity. The case highlights issues of domestic violence…