April 2017
Three Telegram Activists Sentenced to a Total of 36 Years in Prison
Three young Telegram activists have been sentenced to a total of 36 years in prison for various charges, including conspiracy against the regime. Their arrests…
Government Spokesman's Reaction to Deputy Chief Justice: Ejei's Remarks Stem from Fatigue and Pressure of Commitments
The Deputy Chief Justice's remarks about the Minister of Intelligence's connection to detained Telegram channel managers have sparked controversy, with government officials criticizing the arrests.…
Ejei: The Accusation Against Detained Telegram Managers is Publishing Anti-Security Content
Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, the Deputy Chief of the Iranian Judiciary, announced that detained Telegram channel managers face accusations of publishing anti-security content and obscene materials,…
Rouhani Avoids Clear Answer on His Candidacy for Upcoming Elections
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani avoided giving a clear answer about his candidacy for the upcoming elections, suggesting that registration for candidates will begin soon. He…
Ali Motahari Calls for Explanation from Ministry of Intelligence Regarding the Long-Term Detention of Hengameh Shahidi
Ali Motahari, the Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, has demanded an explanation from the Ministry of Intelligence regarding the prolonged detention of journalist Hengameh…
Amnesty International: Growing Concern for Hengameh Shahidi's Health in Evin Solitary Confinement
Amnesty International has raised alarms about the deteriorating health of Hengameh Shahidi, a reformist journalist on hunger strike in Evin prison. Shahidi's health issues and…
Iran's Attorney General: Some Detained Telegram Channel Managers Will Be Released
Iran's Attorney General announced that some detained Telegram channel managers will be released soon, following criticism from government officials and reformist parliament members regarding their…
Concerns of Rouhani's Government Over 'Securityization' of Media Space Before Elections
The Rouhani government expressed concerns over the increasing security measures affecting media freedom ahead of the elections, particularly regarding the arrests of reformist Telegram channel…
Reporters Without Borders: The Life of Journalist Hengameh Shahidi is in Danger
Hengameh Shahidi, a journalist imprisoned in Iran, is on a hunger strike and her life is reportedly in danger. Reporters Without Borders has called for…
Iran's Attorney General Warns Against Disrupting Presidential Election Atmosphere
Iran's Attorney General has warned against any attempts to disrupt the upcoming presidential elections, emphasizing the monitoring of social media and potential legal actions against…