August 2016
Two Senior North Korean Officials Executed
Two senior North Korean officials, including Deputy Prime Minister for Education Kim Yong-jin, have reportedly been executed as part of ongoing internal purges under Kim…
From Your Perspective: Audience Reactions to the 1988 Executions and the Role of the Minister of Justice
The Iranian Minister of Justice has commented on his involvement in the 1988 executions, prompting many listeners of Radio Farda to share their thoughts. This…
Audience Comments on Radio Farda Regarding the Executions of 1988 and the Role of the Minister of Justice
The article discusses the controversial remarks by PourMohammadi, who expressed pride in the executions of 1988, alongside political complaints from parliament members against Ali Motahari…
Ahmad Shaheed's Request to Iran to Halt the Execution of 12 Prisoners
Ahmad Shaheed, the UN Special Rapporteur, has called on Iran to stop the imminent execution of 12 prisoners convicted of drug trafficking, highlighting concerns over…
Five O'Clock with Kambeiz Hosseini Episode 172
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's comments on Iran's…
"Empty" and "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit"; Iranian Playwright in Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe features two plays by Iranian playwright Nasim Soleimanpour, "White Rabbit, Red Rabbit" and the new "Empty." Both plays are experimental and…
Iraq Executes 36 Individuals Accused of Spiker Massacre
Iraq executed 36 individuals accused of participating in the 2014 Spiker massacre, where ISIS killed 1,700 Iraqi soldiers. This execution took place in Dhi Qar…
Judiciary of Jahrom Announces Execution of 'Attacker of Jahrom Women' in Public
Saeed Beheshti Far, a 24-year-old man, was executed in public for attacking nine women with a knife in Jahrom in 2014. The case has drawn…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 171
The radio program 'Five O'Clock' discusses recent events in Iran, including the death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran and Trump's statements regarding Iran.…
The Clash Between Dariush and Farid Zaland in the 'Zero' Degree Orbit
Dariush's controversial album 'Zero' has been released after two decades of delays, leading to a public dispute with composer Farid Zaland, who claims the release…
Three Accused in Hamidiyeh Police Station Attack Executed
Three individuals accused of participating in a terrorist attack on a police station in Hamidiyeh, Khuzestan Province, have been executed. They were linked to several…
Justice Minister Acknowledges 'Serious Problems' in Prison Health Conditions
The Iranian Justice Minister has acknowledged serious health issues in prisons due to overcrowding and insufficient funding for healthcare. This admission contrasts with previous claims…
Italian Police Released Mehdi Khosravi
Mehdi Khosravi, a political refugee and executive secretary of the National Council of Iran, was arrested in Italy under an international warrant issued by Iran…
Five O'Clock with Kambez Hosseini Episode 170
The radio program "Five O'Clock" discusses the current political climate in Iran, highlighting the responsibility of the opposition and the potential for societal radicalization. It…
Judicial Authority Denies Execution of 'Six Prisoners' in Urmia
West Azerbaijan officials denied reports of six prisoners being executed in Urmia, including Kurdish activist Mohammad Abdollahi. Human rights groups have raised concerns over the…
Reza Pahlavi's Letter to the Italian Prime Minister to Prevent the Extradition of a Political Refugee
Prince Reza Pahlavi has written to the Italian Prime Minister urging him to prevent the extradition of political refugee Mehdi Khosravi to Iran, where he…
An Opposition Group Against the Iranian Government: Our Member Arrested in Italy at Tehran's Request
Mehdi Khosravi, a member of the National Council of Iran and a refugee in Britain, was arrested in Italy at the request of Tehran for…
Iranian Television Apologizes for Broadcasting 'Archival Execution Images'
Iranian state television apologized after airing archival execution images during a news segment about concert cancellations in Mashhad. The incident drew widespread criticism on social…
Do 'Terrorists' Have Rights?
The judiciary in Kurdistan, Iran, executed 20 individuals accused of terrorism, claiming to uphold their rights during a lengthy judicial process. The UN condemned these…
Statement by 'Human Rights Defenders' in Protest Against the Execution of Sunni Prisoners
The Iranian Association for Human Rights has condemned the mass execution of Sunni prisoners, citing vague charges and lack of fair trials. This situation raises…
Amnesty International: Another Execution of a Minor in Iran, Ignoring Global Covenants
Amnesty International reports the execution of 19-year-old Hassan Afshar in Iran, who was sentenced for a crime committed as a minor. This act highlights Iran's…
The Production Climate; Partly Cloudy to Overcast
The article discusses the unfavorable business environment in Iran for production and trade, highlighting the barriers faced by economic actors. It invites listeners to a…