November 2017
Expansion of Anti-Government Protests in Pakistan and Army's Silence
Anti-government protests in Pakistan have escalated significantly, with thousands blocking major roads and clashing with police. The newly radicalized Tehreek-e-Labbaik party is at the forefront,…
Pakistan Government Calls for Military Intervention to Tackle Protesters
The Pakistani government has requested military intervention to address ongoing protests by the Islamist party Tehreek-e-Labbaik, which have resulted in multiple deaths and injuries. The…
Summons of a Cyber Activist to Court on Charges of Sexual Harassment
Ali Karimizadeh Bangi, a founder of Article 19, has been summoned to court in Toronto on charges of sexual harassment, which he denies. The case…
Netanyahu's Coalition Government Faces Crisis Following Resignation of Religious Party
Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government is in crisis after Yaakov Litzman, leader of the Torah Judaism party, announced his party's resignation unless construction on the Tel…
Release of a Christian Convert Detained in Dezful
Mohammad Ali Torabi, a Christian convert and church official, has been temporarily released from prison in Dezful after being detained for several years. His arrest…
Chinese Build Flying Cars
Geely, a Chinese automaker, has acquired Terrafugia to enter the flying car market, planning to develop a hybrid flying vehicle named TF-X. This move reflects…
Ratko Mladić, Commander of Bosnian Serbs, Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Genocide
Ratko Mladić, former commander of the Bosnian Serb Army, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for genocide and crimes against humanity during the Bosnian War.…
Six Baha'i Citizens in Sistan and Baluchestan Sentenced to Prison
Six Baha'i citizens in Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan province have been sentenced to a total of 18 years in prison for alleged national security offenses.…
Two Imprisoned Christian Converts Forced to Sign Blank Papers
Two Christian converts, Mohammad Ali Torabi and Abdolali Pourmand, were forced to sign blank papers in prison, raising concerns about potential forced confessions and political…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Refuses to Attend Evin Prosecutor's Office Due to 'Lack of Legal Formalities'
Nasrin Sotoudeh, a prominent human rights lawyer, has refused to attend a summons from the Evin prosecutor's office, citing a lack of legal formalities and…
Turkish Police Operation to Arrest Dozens of University Professors Linked to Last Year's Coup
Turkish police have arrested 22 staff members from Marmara University as part of an operation linked to the 2016 coup attempt, suspecting them of ties…
Armed Man Kills Four in California
An armed man in Northern California killed four people and injured ten others in a shooting spree that included an attempt to enter an elementary…
Sheikh Ali Salman to be Tried for 'Espionage' for Qatar
Sheikh Ali Salman, a prominent Shia opposition leader in Bahrain, is facing trial for alleged espionage for Qatar, amidst ongoing tensions between Bahrain and Qatar.…
Hundreds of Thousands Demand Freedom for Imprisoned Separatists in Barcelona
Hundreds of thousands protested in Barcelona demanding the release of Catalan separatist leaders arrested by the Spanish government. The protests reflect ongoing tensions between Catalonia…
Volvo and its Chinese Owner Launching €150,000 Electric Car
Volvo, under Geely's ownership, is launching the Polestar 1, a €150,000 hybrid electric sports car, with plans for further electric models. The investment of $760…
Ali Karimi's Outburst Against Iranian Football Officials: When the Curtain Falls, Neither You Nor I Will Remain
Ali Karimi has publicly criticized Iranian football officials for corruption and mismanagement, calling for a televised debate. The federation denied his allegations, prompting Karimi to…
Meeting with Kamran Ghaderi
Kamran Ghaderi, a 55-year-old Iranian-Austrian citizen, has been imprisoned in Iran for over two years on charges of espionage and collaboration with a hostile government.…
Meeting with Ali Amini
Ali Amini, a Christian convert and father of two, was arrested in Tabriz on December 10, 2017, by security forces while preparing for Christmas celebrations.…
Meeting with Nasser Nourd Gol-tappeh
Nasser Nourd Gol-tappeh, a 46-year-old Christian convert in Tehran, is serving a 10-year sentence for establishing a house church, accused of acting against national security.…
Human Rights Watch Criticizes Mass Arrests in Saudi Arabia's Anti-Corruption Campaign
Human Rights Watch has condemned the mass arrests in Saudi Arabia linked to a new anti-corruption campaign, demanding clarity on the legal grounds for these…
Change of Two Key Ministers and Widespread Arrests in Saudi Arabia
King Salman of Saudi Arabia has made significant changes in leadership, including the arrest of 11 princes and several ministers, as part of efforts to…
Latest Status of Mohammad Ali Taheri's Case and Other Political-Prisoners
Mohammad Ali Taheri's death sentence has been annulled again by the Supreme Court, while the detention of journalists Yaghma Fashkhami and Sasan Aghaei continues without…
Spain Requests Extradition of Ousted Catalonia Leader from Belgium
The Supreme Court of Spain has issued an arrest warrant for Carles Puigdemont, the ousted leader of Catalonia, requesting his extradition from Belgium. Puigdemont faces…
Meeting with Mohammad Saber Malek-Reisi
The article discusses the case of Mohammad Saber Malek-Reisi, a 25-year-old political prisoner from Iran who has been incarcerated since he was 17. He was…
Meeting with Negin Ghadyamian
Negin Ghadyamian, a 24-year-old Baha'i citizen, is serving a five-year prison sentence in Iran for allegedly acting against national security through her online teaching activities.…
Meeting with Behzad Zabihih
Behzad Zabihih, a 50-year-old Bahá'í from Sari, was arrested and sentenced to prison for promoting his faith, reflecting ongoing persecution of Bahá'ís in Iran. His…
U.S. Senate Calls for the Release of American Citizens Imprisoned in Iran
The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution demanding the release of American citizens imprisoned in Iran, including Siamak and Baquer Namazi. The resolution calls for…
Possibility of Arrest Warrant for Ousted Catalonia President
Carles Puigdemont, the ousted president of Catalonia, faces potential arrest across Europe after failing to appear in court regarding charges of rebellion and separatism. He…
New York Attack Perpetrator Charged with Terrorism
Sayfullo Saipov has been charged with terrorism after driving a truck into pedestrians in New York, killing eight people. The attack was reportedly planned in…