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October 2023

October 31, 2023

Abdol Fazl Ghadiani: Khamenei is Responsible for the Murder of Armita Garavand

Abdol Fazl Ghadiani accuses Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei of being responsible for the murder of 16-year-old Armita Garavand, who fell into a coma after an…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 31, 2023
October 30, 2023

Death of Shani Louk, German-Israeli Citizen, Confirmed

Shani Louk, a German-Israeli citizen previously held hostage by Hamas, has been confirmed dead. Her family received official confirmation from Israeli authorities regarding her death.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 30, 2023

Continued Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Families of Protesters; Extension of Detention for Fatemeh Sepehri's Brothers

The Iranian judiciary has extended the detention of Mohammad Hossein and Hossein Sepehri, brothers of political prisoner Fatemeh Sepehri, who has been imprisoned for over…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 30, 2023

Shopkeeper Arrested in Shahroud for Resisting Morality Enforcement

A shopkeeper in Shahroud was arrested for resisting morality enforcement related to hijab laws after a citizen was assaulted while attempting to enforce these laws.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 30, 2023
October 29, 2023

Remember - Episode Five: Gohar Eshghi; The Mother of Justice in Iran

The article features Gohar Eshghi, a grieving mother who has become a symbol of justice in Iran after her son Sattar Beheshti was killed by…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 29, 2023
October 28, 2023

Taraneh Alidoosti: I Will Not Wear the Cloth That Killed My Sisters for Your Films

Taraneh Alidoosti has publicly condemned the Iranian government's ban on actresses opposing mandatory hijab, stating she will not wear the hijab that symbolizes oppression. The…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 28, 2023
October 24, 2023

UN Special Rapporteur: The Islamic Republic Should Accept My Recommendations Instead of Denying Realities

Javaid Rehman, the UN Special Rapporteur on human rights in Iran, presented a report highlighting severe human rights violations in the country, including the lack…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 24, 2023

The U.S. Accelerates the Timing of AI Chip Export Restrictions

The U.S. has expedited new export restrictions on advanced AI chips from Nvidia, effective October 23, aimed at preventing sales to China and other nations.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 24, 2023

Iran's Two Gold and Silver Medals Withdrawn at Hangzhou Para-Asian Games

Iran's gold and silver medals in the Hangzhou Para-Asian Games were withdrawn due to late arrival of athletes, following a protest from China. This incident…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 24, 2023
October 23, 2023

Remember - The Needle-Pierced Suffering; The Shared Pain of Baloch Women

The article highlights the struggles of Baloch women in Sistan and Baluchestan, who endure physical pain and economic hardship while sewing to support their families.…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 23, 2023

Maryam Abdi, Civil Activist in Iran, Arrested

Maryam Abdi, a civil activist in Iran, was arrested by intelligence agents, with speculation that her arrest is linked to the case of singer Mehdi…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 23, 2023
October 22, 2023

Continued Security Clashes in Zahedan; One Teacher from Makki Mosque Arrested

Security forces in Zahedan arrested Akbar Bidel, a teacher at Makki Mosque, during a crackdown on protests following Friday prayers. This incident is part of…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 22, 2023
October 20, 2023

Tomaj Salehi, Imprisoned Singer, Wins Index on Censorship Award

Tomaj Salehi, an imprisoned rapper, has won the Index on Censorship's annual Freedom of Expression Award for his artistic support of Iranian protesters. His relative…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 20, 2023

Human Rights Defenders: Fatemeh Sepehri's Life is in Danger

Fatemeh Sepehri, a political activist opposed to the Islamic Republic, is facing life-threatening conditions after being returned to prison just a week post-heart surgery. Her…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 20, 2023
October 12, 2023

UN Experts Call for Immediate Release of Narges Mohammadi from Prison

UN experts have called for the immediate release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist recently awarded the Nobel Peace Prize, citing concerns over…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 12, 2023
October 8, 2023

Hamas and Israel War and 'Severe Risk Increase' in Iran; Tehran Stock Market Plummets, Dollar Surges Again

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to a significant drop in the Tehran Stock Exchange and a rise in the value of…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 8, 2023

Mohammad Bagheri: Iranian Opposition Groups in Iraq Must Be Completely Disarmed

Iran's military chief has called for the complete disarmament of Iranian opposition groups in Iraq, linking it to a security agreement with Baghdad. This move…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 8, 2023
October 6, 2023

Second Iranian Woman Wins Nobel Peace Prize; Honoring Narges Mohammadi's 'Unwavering Courage'

Narges Mohammadi, an imprisoned Iranian human rights activist, was awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize for her role in fighting for women's rights and human…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 6, 2023

Amnesty International Calls for Independent International Investigation into the Condition of Armita Garavand

Amnesty International has called for an independent investigation into the coma of 16-year-old Armita Garavand, who reportedly fell unconscious after an incident involving a hijab…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 6, 2023

Senior U.S. Congressman Calls Attack on Armita Garavand Similar to Killing of Mahsa Amini

Michael McCaul, a senior U.S. Congressman, condemned the attack on Armita Garavand, comparing it to the killing of Mahsa Amini. Armita, a 16-year-old student, fell…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 6, 2023

Uncertainty Surrounds the Health Status of Armita Garavand; Guardian Reports from Two Eyewitnesses

Armita Garavand, a 16-year-old girl, was reportedly attacked by a hijab enforcement officer in Tehran's subway for not wearing a headscarf, leading to her hospitalization…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 6, 2023
October 5, 2023

Shirin Ebadi Calls for Immediate Release of Imprisoned Lawyer Mohammad Najafi

Shirin Ebadi has called for the immediate release of imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi, criticizing the Iranian government's actions against him and other independent lawyers. Najafi…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 5, 2023

Two Eyewitnesses Reveal Details of 'Physical Attack' by Hijab Enforcer on Armita Garavand

Armita Garavand, a 16-year-old girl, was physically attacked by a hijab enforcer in a Tehran subway for not wearing a headscarf and is currently in…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 5, 2023
October 4, 2023

Restrictions Imposed on International Schools in Iran; French Embassy Establishes 'Crisis Unit'

The Iranian government has banned Iranian students from attending international schools, prompting the French Embassy to create a crisis unit for affected parents. This decision…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 4, 2023
October 3, 2023

Account of a 'Kidnapping Witness' on Mahsa's Anniversary; Zahra Shafiei: Officers Tied My Hands from Behind and Beat Me

Zahra Shafiei, a filmmaker and civil activist, detailed her violent arrest by security forces on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, describing a scene of…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 3, 2023
October 2, 2023

Exclusive; Mehraz Khorrami's Uncertainty in Sari Prison and Denial of Medical Treatment

Mehraz Khorrami, a detained photographer and social activist, is facing uncertainty in Sari prison, lacking necessary medical treatment and facing unclear charges. Her family is…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 2, 2023

A News Agency's Account of '400 Million Toman Overtime' in the Teachers' Savings Fund

A report highlights the lack of transparency in the Teachers' Savings Fund, revealing that a manager received over 400 million tomans in overtime while teachers'…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 2, 2023
October 1, 2023

The Consequences of Command Economy; Media: Automakers Exporting 'Bitumen and Dried Fruits' Instead of Cars!

Iranian automakers are shifting to exporting non-automotive products like bitumen and dried fruits due to government directives aimed at securing foreign currency. This comes amid…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Oct 1, 2023
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