January 2017
January 19, 2017
Whipping and Amputation; Violation of Human Dignity or Implementation of Islamic Law?
Amnesty International condemned Iran's use of corporal punishment, labeling it a violation of international law and a threat to human dignity. Iranian officials defend these…
January 18, 2017
Amnesty International: Iran Must Stop 'Legalized Violence' Against Youth
Amnesty International has condemned Iran's use of corporal punishment against youth for minor offenses, highlighting cases of flogging and other severe penalties. The report underscores…