January 2024
Three Weeks of Silence from Imprisoned Labor Activist in Sanandaj; Sharifeh Mohammadi's Family is Worried
Sharifeh Mohammadi, a labor activist, has been imprisoned in Sanandaj for over 50 days without contact with her family for three weeks. Reports indicate she…
Second Iranian Film Festival in New York; A Fusion of Classic Cinema and Works by Young Directors
The second Iranian Film Festival in New York will showcase 12 films, including premieres and works by both classic and young directors. The festival opens…
Release of Statistics on Imprisoned Journalists Worldwide in 2023; Iran and Israel Rank Sixth with 17 Each
The Committee to Protect Journalists reported that 320 journalists are imprisoned worldwide as of the end of 2023, with Iran and Israel each having 17…
New Case Filed Against Elaheh Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi for 'Removing Hijab' After Release
Elaheh Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi, journalists who were imprisoned for covering Mahsa Amini's death, have been temporarily released after 400 days but now face new…
The Removal of Subsidy Recipients Has Begun; Ministry of 'Welfare' Announced Changes in Income Classification
The Iranian Ministry of Welfare has announced the removal of 60,000 households from the subsidy list as part of a budget law update, indicating a…
Narges Mohammadi Praises Roya Hashemti's 'Resistance'; The Whips That Struck You Were the Whips of Despotism on the Body of Freedom
Narges Mohammadi praised Roya Hashemti's resistance to mandatory hijab after Hashemti was sentenced to 74 lashes for her defiance. The incident has sparked widespread criticism…
International Federation of Journalists Condemns Punitive Actions Against Three Imprisoned Female Journalists
The International Federation of Journalists condemned the punitive measures against three imprisoned female journalists in Iran and called for their immediate release. The journalists were…
Difficult Times for Porters; 17 Porters Killed or Injured in 15 Days
In January 2023, 17 porters were killed or injured by Iranian military forces, highlighting the dangers faced by these individuals in border regions. The increase…
Narges Mohammadi's Report from Evin Prison; Increased Pressure on Female Prisoners and Deteriorating Health Conditions
Narges Mohammadi reports from Evin Prison that 13 out of 61 political female prisoners have been denied phone contact, with many facing serious health issues.…
Three Detained Female Journalists Denied Visits Due to Singing Protest Song
Three female journalists in Iran have been denied visitation rights after singing a protest song over the phone. This decision, made without proper legal procedure,…