May 2017
Athena Daemi Ends 54-Day Hunger Strike
Athena Daemi ended her 54-day hunger strike after seeing her sisters' acquittal ruling. She was imprisoned for activism against the Iranian regime. This highlights ongoing…
Human Rights Watch: Rouhani Must Pursue Legal Reforms in His Second Presidential Term
Human Rights Watch has called on President Rouhani to prioritize human rights in his second term, referencing his campaign promises. Concurrently, Amnesty International has launched…
Iranian Teachers' Organization: Ismail Abdi's Life is in Danger
The Iranian Teachers' Organization has raised alarms about the life of imprisoned member Ismail Abdi, who has been on hunger strike for over a month.…
International Education Federation: Iranian Officials Should Release Ismail Abdi
The International Education Federation has called for the immediate release of Ismail Abdi, the imprisoned Secretary-General of the Iranian Teachers' Trade Association, who is on…
Concerns Raised Over Atena Daemi's Condition After 38 Days of Hunger Strike
Atena Daemi has been on a hunger strike for 38 days to protest a new sentence against her and her sisters, raising serious health concerns.…
Several European Parliament Members: Iran Should Release Political Prisoners Before Elections
29 members of the European Parliament have urged Iran to release political prisoners and ensure free elections ahead of the presidential elections. The letter highlights…
Human Rights Watch: Presidential Candidates Should Pay Attention to the Situation of Political Prisoners
Human Rights Watch has raised alarms about the deteriorating health of political prisoners in Iran who are on hunger strike, urging presidential candidates to address…
Continued Hunger Strike of Ismail Abdi in Prison; 'Drop in Blood Pressure and Dizziness'
Ismail Abdi, a prominent teachers' rights activist, is on a hunger strike in prison protesting heavy sentences against union activists, leading to severe health issues.…
After Two Months of Wet Hunger Strike, Hengameh Shahidi Begins Dry Hunger Strike
Hengameh Shahidi, a jailed journalist, has transitioned from a wet hunger strike to a dry hunger strike to protest her detention and the handling of…
Concern from Amnesty International for Atena Daemi's Health After 31 Days of Hunger Strike
Atena Daemi, a human rights activist, has been on a hunger strike for 31 days in Evin prison, leading to serious health concerns as reported…
Hangameh Shahidi, Atena Daemi, and Ismail Abdi on Hunger Strike
Hangameh Shahidi, Atena Daemi, and Ismail Abdi are on hunger strike in Iran to protest their detentions and judicial processes. Their families are worried about…