September 2023
Molavi Abdulhamid: The Solution to Iran's Problems Lies in 'Listening to the Majority's Demands'
Molavi Abdulhamid, the Sunni Friday prayer leader of Zahedan, called for the Iranian government to listen to the people's demands as a solution to the…
Introduction of 'Hijab Patrol' in Universities; Tehran University Security Prevents Students from Entering with Scarves
Tehran University has implemented a 'Hijab Patrol' requiring students to wear specific attire, including long manteaus and hijabs. This comes alongside a new parliamentary bill…
Jamileh Alamolhoda's Claim: Many Were Killed in Protests, but in Defense of the Islamic Republic
Jamileh Alamolhoda, wife of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, claims that many protesters were killed in defense of the Islamic Republic, dismissing reports of 500 deaths…
Mahsa Amini and Iranian Women Nominated for the European Parliament's Sakharov Prize
Mahsa Amini and Iranian women have been nominated for the European Parliament's Sakharov Prize for their role in the protests following Amini's death. This nomination…
Fact-Check | Claim of Support for 'Press Freedom' by the Islamic Republic's Propaganda Media
The U.S., Australia, Canada, and the UK have imposed new sanctions on Iran for human rights violations, particularly targeting the Islamic Republic's cyber police. In…
Raisi's Speech at the United Nations; Claim of 'Miscalculation' by the West in Last Year's Events in Iran
Ebrahim Raisi spoke at the UN General Assembly, condemning the West's actions and claiming miscalculations regarding Iran's protests last year. He emphasized Iran's role in…
Release of the Protest Song 'Bi-Bateha'; Mehdi Shahnaazi: We Will Soon Be Free from the Tyrant of Our Time
Mehdi Shahnaazi released a protest song titled 'Bi-Bateha' on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, criticizing the Iranian government's violent repression of protests. He expresses…
UN Experts Condemn Intensified Crackdown on Protesters on Mahsa Amini Anniversary
UN experts condemned the Iranian government's crackdown on protesters marking the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death. They called for accountability regarding her death and highlighted…
Reports of IRGC Shooting at a Citizen with Intellectual Disability; Ferdin Jafari's Condition is 'Critical'
Ferdin Jafari, a 27-year-old Kurdish man with an intellectual disability, was shot by IRGC snipers in Saqqez and is in critical condition. The Iranian government…
Protests Continue Across Iran on Mahsa's Anniversary with the Slogan 'We Will Take Back Iran'
Protests erupted across Iran on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, with demonstrators chanting anti-regime slogans. The protests highlight ongoing discontent with the Iranian government…
Conflicting Reports on the Death of a Protester in Saqqez Due to Gunfire from Government Forces
Fardin Jafari, a protester injured by government gunfire in Saqqez, has reportedly died in the hospital, contradicting earlier reports of his recovery. The incident coincides…
Hunger Strike of 13 Political Prisoners in Qazalhessar in Solidarity with Protesters on Mahsa's Anniversary
Thirteen political prisoners in Qazalhessar have begun a three-day hunger strike to commemorate Mahsa Amini's death. They demand to return to Evin Prison and the…
Anniversary of Mahsa: Gatherings and Protests by Citizens in Iran and Abroad
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, protests erupted in Iran and among the Iranian diaspora worldwide, with demonstrators chanting against the government. Security forces…
Anniversary of Mahsa; Market Strike in Cities of at Least Three Provinces
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, shopkeepers across several Iranian cities, particularly in Kurdish provinces, organized a coordinated strike to protest. This action highlights…
US Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN: Mahsa Amini Inspired a Movement That Continues
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, US Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield emphasized the ongoing movement inspired by her and announced new sanctions against Iranian officials…
Anniversary of Mahsa; US Deputy Secretary of State: The Islamic Republic has not learned from the protests
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, US Deputy Secretary of State Azra Zia criticized the Iranian regime for failing to learn from protests, highlighting…
Reflection of 'Mahsa's Anniversary' in World Media, Signs Indicate the Movement is Alive
The anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death has sparked international media attention, highlighting ongoing protests and government repression in Iran. Despite the regime's warnings and security…
Anniversary of Mahsa: White House: More sanctions against Iranian officials are on the way
On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, the U.S. announced new sanctions against 25 Iranian individuals and several media outlets involved in the suppression of…
Anniversary of Mahsa; Marco Rubio and Alejandro Padilla Call for the Passage of the 'Mahsa Law' in the Senate
On the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, Senators Marco Rubio and Alejandro Padilla called for the passage of the 'Mahsa Law' in the Senate…
Anniversary of Mahsa; European Union Council Sanctions 'Four Individuals' and 'Six Other Entities' of the Islamic Republic
The European Union has imposed new sanctions on four individuals and six entities in Iran for serious human rights violations, coinciding with the anniversary of…
On the anniversary of Mahsa, the US sanctions 25 Iranian individuals, three state-supported media outlets, and one internet company
The US has imposed sanctions on 25 Iranian individuals and several media outlets in response to the violent suppression of protests following Mahsa Amini's death.…
Statement by the U.S. President on the Anniversary of Mahsa: We Will Remain Committed to Standing by the People of Iran
U.S. President Joe Biden issued a statement on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, reaffirming support for the Iranian people's struggle for democracy and human…
Human Rights Watch: The Islamic Republic has intensified the repression of civil society
Human Rights Watch reports that the Islamic Republic is intensifying its repression of civil society ahead of the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death. The organization…
Hrana: 292 Protesters and Civil Activists Arrested in Iran Over the Past 50 Days
In the past 50 days, Iranian authorities have arrested at least 292 protesters and civil activists as part of a strategy to prevent unrest on…
Witnesses Report Protests in Saqez: People Chanted in Persian and Kurdish: 'Don't Cry Mother, We Will Avenge Your Daughter's Death'
Protests erupted in Saqez following the death of Mahsa Amini, with thousands participating in a funeral that turned into a demonstration against the Iranian regime.…
Exclusive; The U.S. Aligns with European Partners: Iran's Missile Sanctions Will Not Be Lifted
The U.S. has announced that it will not lift missile sanctions on Iran in October, aligning with European partners who also refuse to lift JCPOA…
Exclusive; Masih Ali-Najad: As long as the Islamic Republic is in power, Americans will not have security on their own soil
A session in the U.S. House of Representatives is discussing Iran's threats and the U.S. response, featuring Masih Ali-Najad. She emphasizes that the Islamic Republic…
Borrell: The three European countries will not lift JCPOA sanctions; Islamic Republic: We will respond within the framework of the JCPOA
Josep Borrell announced that the UK, France, and Germany will not lift JCPOA sanctions on October 18, citing Iran's non-compliance. The Islamic Republic has vowed…
Research Results: 75% Increase in Executions in Iran After Mahsa Amini's Death
A report indicates that executions in Iran have surged by 75% since Mahsa Amini's death, with over 650 executions recorded since September 2022. This alarming…
Narges Mohammadi: The Islamic Republic Faces 'Despair, Disgust, and Fearful Instability'
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist imprisoned in Iran, criticized the government's violent repression of protests and highlighted the ongoing struggles of women against…
Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Families Seeking Justice; Ayda Rostami's Brother Arrested
Armin Rostami, brother of Ayda Rostami who was killed during protests, was arrested amid increasing pressure on families seeking justice in Iran. This comes as…
Iran Human Rights Organization: The Islamic Republic Executed 'At Least 697' People in the Past Year
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported that the Islamic Republic executed at least 697 people in the past year, with a significant increase in executions…
Release of the song 'My Head is Forbidden'; Ariyous: The heroic people of Iran have done great things
Ariyous, an Iranian artist in Turkey, has released a protest song titled 'My Head is Forbidden' in response to the killing of Mahsa Amini and…
Request to Exclude Iran from the 2024 Paris Olympics Due to Discrimination Against Women in Sports
A group of Iranians abroad has called for Iran's exclusion from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to government discrimination against women in sports. Key figures…
End of Bahareh Hedayat's Hunger Strike; 'My Commitment is to Patriotic Freedom Until Overthrow'
Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, ended her hunger strike after two weeks following requests from families of victims. She emphasized her ongoing commitment to fight…
Response of the Minister of Communications of the Islamic Republic to Internet Speed Reduction; 'Network Upgrade'
The Iranian Minister of Communications, Eisa Zarepour, attributed recent internet speed reductions to network upgrades, stating that some areas may experience disruptions during late-night hours.…
Continued Pressure on Students Ahead of Anniversary of Nationwide Protests; Summoning of 30 Students from Beheshti University
Ahead of the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, at least 30 students from Beheshti University have been summoned by security forces to sign commitments not…
Zahra Rahnavard's Message to Bahareh Hedayat: 'Religious Despotism' Will Not Last with 'National Cohesion'
Zahra Rahnavard urged Bahareh Hedayat to end her hunger strike, emphasizing national unity against religious despotism. Hedayat has been on hunger strike for over two…
U.S. House of Representatives Approves 'Mahsa Law' with Overwhelming Majority
The U.S. House of Representatives has overwhelmingly passed the 'Mahsa Law,' which mandates sanctions against Iranian officials for human rights abuses. This legislation now moves…
Republicans in Congress Attempt to Block Ibrahim Raisi's Entry to the U.S.
Republican lawmakers in the U.S. are proposing legislation to block Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi from attending the UN General Assembly due to his alleged involvement…
Transfer of Bahareh Hedayat to Prison; Request from Mahsa Amini's Mother and 21 Political Prisoners to End Hunger Strike
Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, is on her thirteenth day of hunger strike, protesting government repression and the death of fellow prisoner Javad Rouhi. Her…
Amjad Amini Summoned to Intelligence Office in Saqqez; Severe Security Atmosphere in Kurdistan Province
Amjad Amini, father of Mahsa Amini, has been summoned by the authorities amid increasing pressure on the family as the anniversary of Mahsa's death approaches.…
Josep Borrell on the Eve of Mahsa Amini's Anniversary: EU Relations with Iran Have 'Clearly Changed'
Josep Borrell, the EU's foreign policy chief, highlighted a significant shift in EU-Iran relations due to Iran's crackdown on protests following Mahsa Amini's death. He…
Fatemeh Sepehri's Message on the Anniversary of Mahsa: The Case of 'Crimes by This Criminal Sect' Has Grown Heavier
Fatemeh Sepehri, a political prisoner, has called for renewed protests on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, emphasizing the ongoing suffering and injustice faced by…
Competition of Two Iranian Grandmasters with American and French Flags in World Women's Chess Championship
Two Iranian chess grandmasters, Atousa Pourkashian and Mitra Hajazi-Pour, competed under the flags of the USA and France at the World Women's Chess Championship, sparking…
Hamid Ismailioon: I know the Islamic Republic will fall into the hands of Iranians sooner or later
Hamid Ismailioon, a prominent Iranian activist, announced his participation in a Toronto demonstration, asserting that the Islamic Republic will eventually fall. He emphasized the impact…
The Anniversary of Pouya Bakhtiari's Birth Held with Expressions of 'Hope' for a 'Rebirth of Iran'
A memorial for Pouya Bakhtiari, a protester killed in 2019, was held on the eve of Mahsa Amini's death anniversary, attended by family and activists.…
Empress Farah Pahlavi on the Anniversary of Mahsa Amini: Let's Unite to Keep the 'Flame of Revolution' Alive
Empress Farah Pahlavi commemorated Mahsa Amini's death, urging unity to sustain the 'Woman, Life, Freedom' revolution. She emphasized the importance of collective action against oppression…
Bahareh Hedayat, Political Prisoner: My Hunger Strike is a Renewal of Commitment to the Public Conscience of Iranians for Freedom
Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner on hunger strike, calls for freedom and political conscience in Iran, linking her protest to the recent death of fellow…
Letter with over 300 signatures to the Judiciary: Free Saman Pashaei
Over 300 academics and activists have signed a letter demanding the release of Saman Pashaei, a prominent wrestler and academic detained by Iranian authorities. His…
Joint Statement by Mahsa Amini's Parents; We Will Hold a Ceremony, Inviting 'Everyone' to 'Avoid Any Violent Actions'
Mahsa Amini's parents announced a memorial ceremony for their daughter on the anniversary of her death, urging everyone to avoid violence. Reza Pahlavi emphasized the…
Continued Pressure on Families Seeking Justice; A Member of Reza Moazemi-Goodarzi's Family Arrested
Farzad Moazemi-Goodarzi, cousin of a victim from the November 2019 protests, was arrested amid increased pressure on families seeking justice in Iran. This comes as…
Exclusive; Nazila Maroufian's Contact with Family; Informed Source: She is on a 'Dry Hunger Strike'
Nazila Maroufian, a journalist imprisoned in Iran, is on her eighth day of a dry hunger strike, expressing severe health concerns and alleging assault while…
Increased Pressures Ahead of Mahsa's Anniversary; Reza Norouzi and Hossein Hosseinpour Arrested
Reza Norouzi and Hossein Hosseinpour were arrested in Iran as authorities increase pressure on human rights activists ahead of the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini's…
Prince Reza Pahlavi on the Eve of Mahsa Amini's Anniversary: Iran's Pain and Healing Have National Dimensions
Prince Reza Pahlavi called for national unity and action on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, emphasizing the need for collective healing and revolution against…
Continued Crackdown on Civil Activists; Iranian Government Claims: They Were Members of the 'Disruption Organization Network'
The Iranian government claims to have dismantled a network organizing protests ahead of the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, continuing its crackdown on civil activists.…
Exclusive; Amjad Amini: Mahsa is 'Daughter of Iran'; We Will Hold a Memorial for 'That Innocent Victim'
Amjad Amini, father of Mahsa Amini, announced plans for a memorial ceremony for his daughter, emphasizing her significance as a national symbol. He expressed concerns…
Exclusive: Over 30 Civil Activists Summoned in Shazand, Some Charged with 'Effective Incitement' of Armed Forces
Over 30 civil activists in Shazand have been summoned to court, facing charges of inciting rebellion against armed forces, coinciding with the anniversary of Mahsa…
Hengaw: 264 People Arrested in Iran by Government Forces in One Month
Hengaw reports that at least 264 individuals were arrested in Iran last month, with significant numbers from minority groups and activists. The arrests coincide with…
Announcement of Hunger Strike by Bahareh Hedayat in Protest of the Death of Javad Rouhi in Prison
Bahareh Hedayat has announced a hunger strike in protest of the intensified repression by the Iranian government following the death of Javad Rouhi in prison.…