October 2023
Nasrin Sotoudeh Calls for Immediate Release of Tomaj Salehi and All Political Prisoners
Nasrin Sotoudeh has called for the immediate release of jailed rapper Tomaj Salehi and all political prisoners in Iran, highlighting the oppressive conditions faced by…
Iran Human Rights Organization: Execution of Three Prisoners in Shiraz Central Prison
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported the execution of three prisoners in Shiraz for drug-related offenses. This incident highlights the ongoing trend of increasing executions…
Exclusive | Description of the Situation of Several Political Prisoners; Saeed Ahmadi Deljou: Our Judge is You, the People
Saeed Ahmadi Deljou, a political activist and former prisoner, describes the dire conditions of political prisoners in Evin Prison and highlights the unjust treatment of…
Continued Security Clashes in Zahedan; One Teacher from Makki Mosque Arrested
Security forces in Zahedan arrested Akbar Bidel, a teacher at Makki Mosque, during a crackdown on protests following Friday prayers. This incident is part of…
Hosseyn Razagh, imprisoned media activist, goes on hunger strike
Hosseyn Razagh, a political prisoner in Iran, has initiated a hunger strike after being moved to solitary confinement, raising concerns about his health and the…
Amnesty International Calls for the Release of Johan Flodros, Swedish EU Diplomat, in Iran
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of Johan Flodros, a Swedish diplomat detained in Iran since April. The Iranian government is accused of…
Israeli Supreme Court Delays Hearing on Judicial System Reform Bill
The Israeli Supreme Court has postponed a hearing on Netanyahu's judicial reforms due to government representatives being called for reserve duty. This case focuses on…
Evin Prison Chief Prevents Transfer of Reza Shahabi to Hospital Due to Not Wearing Prison Clothes
Reza Shahabi, a political prisoner and member of the Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company, was denied transfer to a hospital for…
Fariba Adelkhah, Iranian-French Researcher, Returns to France
Fariba Adelkhah, an Iranian-French researcher imprisoned in Iran since 2019, has returned to France after being barred from leaving despite her release. Her case drew…
Arsham Rezaei, Constitutional Activist, Arrested in Fardis
Arsham Rezaei, a constitutional activist, was arrested in Fardis by government agents while he was vocal about human rights issues in Iran. His arrest is…
Mehdi Yarahee Released on Bail
Mehdi Yarahee, a protesting Iranian singer, was released on bail after being arrested for his song "Roosarito," which was deemed illegal by state media. His…
Mandatory Hijab; Threatening Letters from 'Security' to Female Students at Allameh Tabatabai University
Student activists report increased security pressures on female students at Allameh Tabatabai University, including threatening letters regarding hijab compliance. This situation reflects a broader trend…
Three Lawyers of Alexei Navalny, Prominent Opposition Figure in Russia, Arrested
Three lawyers representing Alexei Navalny were arrested by Russian authorities, further isolating the prominent opposition leader. This move is seen as an attempt to undermine…
Summoning of Over 50 Amir Kabir University Students to Disciplinary Committee
Over 50 students from Amir Kabir University have been summoned to the disciplinary committee following a review of security footage from last year's protests. This…
Annual Report: 659 People Executed in Iran; 'Thousands' Await Execution
A human rights organization reported that at least 659 people were executed in Iran over the past year, with thousands more awaiting execution. The report…
Narges Mohammadi Continues Human Rights Activism Even in Prison
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist, has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize while imprisoned. She continues to advocate for human rights…
Shirin Ebadi Calls for Immediate Release of Imprisoned Lawyer Mohammad Najafi
Shirin Ebadi has called for the immediate release of imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi, criticizing the Iranian government's actions against him and other independent lawyers. Najafi…
Nine More Arrested in Zahedan; Reports of Torture of a Baloch Citizen at Zahedan Police Station Confirmed
Nine citizens were arrested in Zahedan following a protest, while reports of police torture of a Baloch citizen led to the dismissal of a police…
Protesting Journalist and 'Exiled' Russian Sentenced to Prison in Absentia
Marina Ovsyannikova, a Russian journalist known for her anti-war protests, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for spreading false information…
Israeli Police Arrest Suspects for Insulting Christian Pilgrims and Churches in Jerusalem
Israeli police have arrested several suspects for insulting Christian pilgrims and churches in Jerusalem during the Sukkot festival. The arrests come amid rising religious tensions,…
Sepideh Roshno's Decision to Attend Court with Optional Hijab
Sepideh Roshno plans to attend court with optional hijab to defend against charges related to her Instagram posts. She emphasizes her right to choose her…