June 2023
Serious Risk of Execution for Mujahid Korkori; Amnesty International Warns
Amnesty International has raised alarms over the imminent execution of Mujahid Korkori, who was sentenced following a trial deemed unjust and based on coerced confessions.…
Continued Detention of Protesters; Armita Paveer Arrested and Transferred to Unknown Location
Armita Paveer, a student activist, was arrested by security forces at her home and transferred to an unknown location. This incident highlights the ongoing repression…
New Case Filed Against Imprisoned Lawyer for Informing About Pressures and Threats Against Detainees
A new case has been filed against imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi for informing about threats against detained protesters. Najafi has faced multiple legal challenges for…
Trial of Kevin Spacey Begins on Sexual Assault Charges; Prison or Return to Hollywood
Kevin Spacey's trial for sexual assault charges has commenced in London, with potential outcomes ranging from imprisonment to a return to Hollywood. The allegations date…
Tensions in France After the Killing of a 17-Year-Old; Macron: His Death is Inexcusable
Tensions have erupted in France following the police shooting of a 17-year-old driver, Nael M, during a traffic check. President Macron condemned the incident as…
U.S. State Department Spokesperson: Wagner Rebellion Was a 'New Moment' in Russia's War Against Ukraine
Matthew Miller, U.S. State Department spokesperson, highlighted the significance of the Wagner group's rebellion in Russia, marking it as a pivotal moment in the ongoing…
Troublesome Trip of Tehran's Mayor; Belgian Foreign Minister May Resign Under Pressure from Representatives
Belgian Foreign Minister Hajia Lhabib faces potential resignation due to backlash over granting a visa to Tehran's Mayor Alireza Zakani, known for his repressive actions…
Resumption of Judicial Reform Discussions in Israel; Hollywood Figure Testifies Against Netanyahu
Israeli lawmakers have resumed discussions on controversial judicial reforms that limit the Supreme Court's powers, following public protests that forced Prime Minister Netanyahu to suspend…
Initial Reactions of Islamic Republic Officials Following Wagner Group Armed Rebellion: An Internal Matter
Iranian officials have responded to the Wagner Group's armed rebellion in Russia by labeling it an internal issue and expressing support for Russian law. This…
Research Report: Examination of Arrests and Imprisonment on Political Charges in Iran
A recent report by Open Data Iran reveals significant issues regarding political arrests in Iran, estimating that 47% of surveyed individuals have been detained for…
American Journalist Remains Detained; US Ambassador Criticizes Russia's 'Hostage Diplomacy'
Evan Gershkovich, an American journalist, remains in detention in Russia after a court denied his request for temporary release on espionage charges. The US ambassador…
Raisi's Government Insists on 'Supporting Iranians Abroad'; Bill to be Submitted to Parliament
The Iranian government is pushing a bill to support expatriates, focusing on cultural ties and investment opportunities. This comes amid ongoing tensions as several dual…
Arrest of Two Family Members of a London-Based Activist in Iranshahr; Fariba Baloch: Their Crime is Being 'My Son and Brother'
Amir Dadfarin and Mohammad Malazahi, family members of London-based activist Fariba Baloch, were arrested in Iranshahr, Iran, while returning from a trip to the UK.…
Judge Orders Trump's Lawyers: Do Not Release Documents Related to Classified Records Investigation
A federal judge has prohibited Donald Trump's lawyers from releasing documents related to the investigation of classified records. Trump, facing multiple legal challenges, including federal…
Request for 2.5 Billion Toman Bail for 3 Members of the Adinehzadeh Family
The Adinehzadeh family is facing legal troubles after the violent arrest of four family members, including the parents and sister of Abolfazl Adinehzadeh, a teenager…
Amnesty International's Open Letter to Mohseni Ejei; Cancel the Death Sentence of Mohammad Qabadi
Amnesty International has urged the Iranian judiciary to cancel the death sentences of Mohammad Qabadi, citing severe violations of his rights, including torture and lack…
Sit-in at Art University Against Mandatory Hijab; 'Security Chief' Attacked Students
Students at the Art University protested against the mandatory hijab, leading to a violent confrontation with the university's security chief. The situation escalated with reports…
Trump to Face Court for Charges of 'Retaining Classified Documents'
Donald Trump is set to face court on charges related to mishandling classified documents, marking the first time a former U.S. president has faced federal…
US Cybersecurity Agency Director Warns of Chinese Cyber Sabotage
The US Cybersecurity Agency Director Jen Easterly warned of potential cyber sabotage by Chinese hackers targeting critical US infrastructure in the event of conflict. This…
Silvio Berlusconi, Former Prime Minister of Italy, Passes Away at 86
Silvio Berlusconi, the former Prime Minister of Italy, died at 86 due to leukemia and a lung infection. He was a significant figure in Italian…
PEN America Calls for Immediate Release of Iranian Cartoonist Atena Farghadani
PEN America has condemned the arrest of Iranian cartoonist Atena Farghadani and called for her immediate release following her detention for a satirical cartoon. The…
Hrana: Tomaj Salehi has been beaten in prison
Tomaj Salehi, an Iranian rapper arrested during the 2022 protests, has reportedly been beaten in prison and denied adequate medical care. His case has drawn…
Athena Farghadani Refuses Bail and is Transferred to Prison; 'I Have Committed No Crime'
Athena Farghadani, a prominent Iranian artist and activist, refused bail and was transferred to prison, asserting her innocence and the illegality of her charges. Her…
Donald Trump Announces Federal Court Summons; Facing 'Seven Charges'
Donald Trump has been summoned to a federal court in Florida facing seven charges related to the unauthorized retention of classified documents. This is the…
Condemnation of Davood Razavi, Imprisoned Labor Activist, to 5 Years in Prison
Davood Razavi, a labor activist, has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for charges related to national security, which the labor syndicate argues stem…
Pope Undergoes Surgery; Leader of the World's Catholics Operated on Due to Bowel Obstruction
Pope Francis underwent surgery for a bowel obstruction on June 7, 2023, and will remain in the hospital for a few days. This surgery is…
Committee Supporting Fariba Adelkhah Calls for Her Return to France
The Committee supporting Fariba Adelkhah has called for her return to France on the anniversary of her detention, highlighting her inability to leave Iran despite…
Pressure on Nahid Shirpich, mother of Pouya Bakhtiari, in Zanjan Prison: Phone and visitation rights cut
Nahid Shirpich, the mother of Pouya Bakhtiari, has been denied phone and visitation rights while imprisoned in Zanjan for protesting against the Iranian authorities. She…
Amnesty International: Drug-related Executions in Iran Have Tripled
Amnesty International reports that drug-related executions in Iran have tripled this year, with 173 executions since January. The organization criticizes the lack of fair trials…
Olivier Vandecasteele after returning to Belgium: Let's strive for the freedom of other hostages
Olivier Vandecasteele, a Belgian aid worker imprisoned in Iran, has returned to Belgium after being exchanged for Assadollah Assadi. He expressed gratitude for the support…