April 2017
Iran Ranks Second in the World for High Execution Rates
Iran has been reported as the second highest country in the world for executions, following China, with 55% of global executions occurring in Iran last…
Meeting with Omid Alishenas
Omid Alishenas, a 34-year-old urban planning graduate, has been imprisoned since December 2016 for charges including conspiracy against national security and propaganda against the regime.…
Meeting with Keyvan Karimi
Keyvan Karimi, a filmmaker, is serving a one-year prison sentence in Evin prison for making a documentary about wall writings in Tehran. He has also…
50 Days of Interrogation for Majid Asadi in Evin's Solitary Confinement
Majid Asadi, a student activist, has been held in solitary confinement for 50 days without access to a lawyer or clear charges against him. His…
Highest Recorded Global Statistics Amid Significant Decrease in Executions in Iran
Amnesty International reports a 42% decrease in executions in Iran in 2016, yet Iran accounted for 55% of the world's recorded executions. Concerns remain regarding…
Kamran Ghaderi's Poor Health Condition as an Austrian-Iranian Citizen Imprisoned in Iran
Kamran Ghaderi, an Austrian-Iranian citizen imprisoned in Iran, is suffering from serious health issues, including a tumor and disc problems. His wife, Harika, expresses concern…