December 2024
End of House Arrest; Mehdi Yarahy Still Faces Whipping Punishment
Mehdi Yarahy, an Iranian protest singer, has completed his one-year prison sentence but still faces 74 lashes as punishment. His lawyer announced his release under…
Taraneh Alidoosti's National ID Code Blocked and She is Banned from Flying
Taraneh Alidoosti, a prominent Iranian actress, has had her national ID code blocked and is banned from flying, reportedly due to her support for recent…
Aftershocks of Parastoo Ahmadi's Concert; Caravanserai Sealed and Cultural Heritage Director Dismissed
Parastoo Ahmadi's concert, held without mandatory hijab, led to the sealing of the venue and the dismissal of a cultural heritage director in Iran. The…
Reza Khandan Goes on Hunger Strike in Protest of Conditions in Evin Prison's Ward 8
Reza Khandan, a civil rights activist and husband of human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh, has initiated a hunger strike to protest the poor conditions in…
Issuance of 3 Billion Toman Bail for Parastoo Ahmadi
Parastoo Ahmadi, a young Iranian artist, was released on a 3 billion toman bail after being arrested for holding a virtual concert without a hijab.…
Reza Khandan Goes on Hunger Strike; Prisoner Dies in Evin Quarantine
Reza Khandan, a civil activist, has begun a hunger strike following his recent arrest, while a fellow prisoner died in quarantine at Evin Prison. His…
The Key Role of Women in the New Syria, Promises of the New Head of Women's Affairs Office
Aisha al-Dibs, the new head of the Women's Affairs Office in Syria, emphasizes the importance of women's roles in the reconstruction of Syria and calls…
Deputy of Women's Affairs in Rouhani's Government Considers 'Childbearing' Essential
Zahra Behrouz Azar, Deputy of Women's Affairs, emphasizes the importance of childbearing and supports the controversial 'Youth Population Law,' while criticizing the 'Chastity and Hijab…
Yasmin Levy, Israeli Singer: Parastoo Ahmadi is the 'Bravest' Artist
Parastoo Ahmadi, a young Iranian singer, was arrested and later released after performing a concert without a mandatory hijab. Israeli singer Yasmin Levy praised Ahmadi's…
Statement from Dozens of Iranian Sociologists: Abolish the 'Quasi-Law' on Hijab
A group of Iranian sociologists has condemned a new parliamentary bill on hijab, calling it a 'quasi-law' that infringes on civil rights, especially for women.…
From the Embrace of 'Him' to the End of 'Them'
The article discusses the latest episode of 'Cafe Farda', which humorously covers a range of topics including music, television, and current events. It invites audience…
Nushin Tafi's Account of Years of Struggle for Solo Singing and Performing Without Mandatory Hijab
Nushin Tafi, an Iranian female singer, reflects on her years of struggle for solo performances and the right to perform without a mandatory hijab. Following…
Comparison of Monetary Penalties for Violating Mandatory Hijab and Drug Trafficking
The Iranian government has established severe monetary penalties for violations of the mandatory hijab law, comparing them unfavorably to penalties for drug trafficking. This has…
Nobel Committee Discusses with Narges Mohammadi, Nobel Peace Prize Winner
The Nobel Committee held a video discussion with Narges Mohammadi, who was recently awarded the Nobel Peace Prize while temporarily released from prison for medical…
Solidarity of Educators with Students on the Occasion of December 7
On December 7, the Coordination Council of Educators' Trade Unions in Iran expressed solidarity with students, emphasizing the fight against oppression and calling for the…
The United States Calls for the Unconditional and Permanent Release of Narges Mohammadi
The U.S. has demanded the unconditional release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist, citing her declining health due to mistreatment in Iranian custody.…
Three Cultural Institutions: The Hijab Law is 'Anti-National and Divisive'
Three cultural institutions in Iran have condemned the new 'Chastity and Hijab' law as anti-national and divisive, calling for its repeal. They argue that the…
Medicalian's Evasion: Shifting Responsibility Regarding Women and Confirming Gasoline Price Increase
Masoud Pezeshkian, the President of Iran's fourteenth government, acknowledged the government's inability to address economic issues and implicitly confirmed a gasoline price increase during a…
Roshank Molaei Released After Being Whipped in Prison
Roshank Molaei, a woman who confronted a sexual harasser, has been released from prison after receiving a whipping sentence. Her case highlights the ongoing issues…