May 2024
Beating of Political Prisoner in Urmia; Shahram Kazemian Transferred to Psychiatric Hospital
Shahram Kazemian, a Kurdish political prisoner, was beaten by prison officers in Urmia after a suicide attempt linked to the denial of his psychiatric medication.…
Matlab Ahmadian Returned to Evin Prison 'Before Completing Treatment'
Matlab Ahmadian, a political prisoner, was returned to Evin Prison before completing his medical treatment despite serious health issues. His return was against medical advice…
Mohammad Rasoulof Says His Struggle with Iran's Judicial System Inspired His New Film
Mohammad Rasoulof, an Iranian filmmaker, has left Iran to present his new film at Cannes, which reflects his personal struggles with the Iranian judicial system…
Kamall Lotfi, Father of a Victim, Remains in Limbo 45 Days After Arrest
Kamall Lotfi, father of Reza Lotfi, a victim of the 'Women, Life, Freedom' protests, has been detained for 45 days without contact with his family.…
Open Letter from Dozens of Prisoners Regarding Their 'Dismal' Conditions in Urmia Prison
Thirty-nine prisoners in Urmia Prison have sent an open letter detailing their horrific living conditions and calling for help from authorities and human rights organizations.…
Transfer of Zia Nabavi to Solitary Confinement After Reporting on 'Bedbug Infestation' in Prison
Zia Nabavi, a political prisoner in Iran, was transferred to solitary confinement after reporting a bedbug infestation in Evin Prison. His family and lawyer claim…
Amnesty International: The Death of Raisi Should Not Hinder 'The Right of the People of Iran to Achieve Justice, Truth, and Compensation'
Amnesty International has stated that the death of Ebrahim Raisi should not prevent the Iranian people from seeking justice for past human rights violations. Raisi…
Mehdi Mahmoudian, Political and Civil Activist, Summoned to Court for the 'Thirteenth Time'
Mehdi Mahmoudian, a prominent political activist, has been summoned to court for the thirteenth time, facing charges of propaganda against the Iranian regime. His history…
Mohammad Rasoulof Says He Left Iran on Foot via a 'Very Dangerous' Route
Mohammad Rasoulof, an Iranian filmmaker, has fled Iran on foot through a dangerous route to escape a harsh prison sentence. He hopes to attend the…
Security Crisis in Iran; Knife Attacks in Tehran, Armed Robberies in Delfan, Police Fighting Against Women
A security crisis in Iran is highlighted by violent incidents including knife attacks in Delfan and armed robberies in Tehran, coinciding with a police crackdown…
Worsening Condition of Reza Aghdasi, Imprisoned Labor Activist; Dadban: His Access to Medical Services is Severely Limited
Reza Aghdasi, an imprisoned labor activist in Iran, is suffering from a severe ear infection and is being denied necessary medical treatment by prison authorities.…
Mustafa Tajzadeh's Lawyer Reports New and Unknown Charges Against His Client
Mustafa Tajzadeh's lawyer has reported that new and unspecified charges have been filed against him while he is already serving a sentence for previous charges.…
Reza Salmanzadeh, Political Prisoner, Returned to Qazalhasar Prison from Kowsar Hospital
Reza Salmanzadeh, a political prisoner, was returned to Qazalhasar Prison after a health crisis that led to his hospitalization. He has been held without a…