March 2024
Four Kolbers Injured by 'Direct Fire' from Islamic Republic Forces in Hooraman
Four kolbers were injured by gunfire from Islamic Republic border guards in Hooraman. This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence against kolbers,…
Six Kolbers in Kurdistan Province Killed or Injured Following Fall from Mountain
Two kolbers were killed and four injured in a fall from mountains in Kurdistan Province, with additional deaths and injuries reported due to frostbite and…
Nayeb Askari, a political prisoner sentenced to death in Urmia prison, transferred to solitary confinement
Nayeb Askari, a Kurdish political prisoner sentenced to death in Iran, has been moved to solitary confinement amid ongoing human rights concerns. His charges relate…
Human Rights Organization: A Kolbar Killed by Warning-Free Gunfire from Border Guards in Kermanshah
A Kolbar named Payman Ahmadi was killed by warning-free gunfire from border guards in Kermanshah, highlighting ongoing violence against Kolbars in Iran. Human rights organizations…
Security Forces Fail in Gilan-e Gharb; Thousands Celebrate Nowruz
Thousands of people in Gilan-e Gharb defied security forces to celebrate Nowruz despite threats and attempts to cancel the event. The celebration highlights ongoing tensions…
Dana Lanjabadi, Civil Activist in Marivan, Temporarily Released on 500 Million Toman Bail
Dana Lanjabadi, a civil activist from Marivan, was temporarily released on bail after three weeks of detention for allegedly promoting anti-regime propaganda. His case highlights…
A Citizen from Sanandaj Sentenced to 40 Lashes for 'Insulting a Government Official'
A 55-year-old man from Sanandaj has been sentenced to 40 lashes for allegedly insulting a government official, while his own complaint against law enforcement officers…
Kamāl Sharifi, political prisoner, still deprived of leave and family visits after 16 years in prison
Kamāl Sharifi, a Kurdish political prisoner, has been imprisoned for 16 years and has only met his family once, facing severe health issues including strokes…
Continued Detention of Four Political Prisoners in Sanandaj; Denied Access to Lawyer and Family Visits
Four Kurdish political prisoners remain detained in Sanandaj without access to legal representation or family visits. Their arrests are part of a broader pattern of…
Human Rights Organization: Pressures on Prisoners in Urmia Central Prison Continue
The Kurdistan Human Rights Network reports ongoing harassment and abuse of prisoners in Urmia Central Prison, particularly following a letter from over 800 prisoners demanding…
Dena Lanjabadi, civil activist in Marivan, deprived of lawyer access and family visits
Dena Lanjabadi, a civil activist from Marivan, has been detained for two weeks without access to a lawyer or family visits, raising concerns about her…