April 2015
Execution of Seven Foreigners Accused of Drug Trafficking in Indonesia by Firing Squad
Seven foreigners, including citizens from Nigeria, Australia, Brazil, and Indonesia, were executed in Indonesia for drug trafficking, while a Filipino woman’s execution was postponed at…
The Children of the Jacaranda Tree: From Birth in Evin Prison to the Green Movement
Sahar Delijani, born in Evin Prison, discusses her novel 'The Children of the Jacaranda Tree,' which chronicles the experiences of political prisoners in Iran from…
Masoumeh Ebtekar: Death Sentences for 6 Environmentalists Have Been Halted
Masoumeh Ebtekar announced that the execution orders for six environmentalists in Iran have been halted due to the efforts of the Environmental Protection Organization. This…
The Release of Panahi's 'Taxi' in Paris
Jafar Panahi's film 'Taxi' is being released in over 100 theaters in France despite his ongoing legal restrictions. The film, which combines documentary and narrative…
Clashes Between ISIS and Rival Groups for Control of Palestinian Camp Near Damascus
ISIS has captured most of the Yarmouk Palestinian camp near Damascus, clashing with rival Islamist groups. This marks a significant territorial gain for ISIS close…
Review of Human Rights Violations Report in Tikrit by Iraqi Army Forces
Amnesty International is investigating reports of human rights violations by Iraqi forces during the recapture of Tikrit from ISIS. Concerns include mass arrests, disappearances, and…
Amnesty International: China and Iran Have the Highest Execution Rates in the World
Amnesty International reported that Iran had the second-highest number of executions in 2014, with 743 people executed, following China. The report highlights the alarming rates…