December 2014
Tehran Prosecutor: The Number of Acid Attacks in Tehran is Not Concerning
Tehran's prosecutor downplayed the number of acid attacks in the city, stating they are not concerning, despite ongoing incidents and public outcry. Meanwhile, the last…
Acid Attack by Two Motorcyclists on a Pickup Driver in Tehran
A 26-year-old man was reportedly attacked with acid by two motorcyclists in Tehran, but emergency services deny the incident occurred. This follows a series of…
Two Months After the 'Acid Attacks in Isfahan' Without Arresting the Perpetrators
Over two months after a series of acid attacks in Isfahan, no perpetrators have been arrested, while a protest participant remains in custody. Police officials…
Six Human Rights Organizations: UN Should Suspend Aid to Iran for Drug Control
Six human rights organizations are urging the UN to suspend financial aid to Iran for drug control until the country stops executing drug traffickers. This…
Arrest of Two Individuals for Acid Attack on a Young Girl in Tehran
Two individuals were arrested for an acid attack on a young girl in Tehran, attributed to personal disputes. The police commander acknowledged ongoing investigations into…
Drug Control Headquarters Opposes Abolishing Death Penalty for Drug Traffickers
Iran's Drug Control Headquarters opposes the abolition of the death penalty for drug traffickers, despite calls for reform from human rights advocates. The government continues…
Larijani Promises: Efforts to Change Drug-Related Death Penalty Law
Mohammad Javad Larijani announced efforts to change Iran's drug-related death penalty law, claiming it could reduce executions by 80%. This comes amid conflicting statements from…