September 2024
Execution of 5 More Prisoners in Shiraz; 19 Executed in Two Weeks
Five more prisoners were executed in Shiraz, bringing the total to 19 in two weeks, including Afghan nationals. The Iran Human Rights Organization is urging…
Exclusive: Seven Current and Former Political Prisoners Support 'Tuesdays No to Execution'
Seven current and former political prisoners in Iran have publicly supported the 'Tuesdays No to Execution' campaign, urging global participation against the death penalty. This…
Execution of Seven Prisoners by Judicial Authorities of the Islamic Republic in Iran
At least seven prisoners were executed in Iran on October 5, 2023, amid ongoing high execution rates. The Iranian Human Rights Organization and various news…
Execution of a 'Child Offender' in Shiraz and Two Prisoners in Lahijan
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported the execution of two prisoners for murder in Lahijan and confirmed the execution of a 16-year-old child offender in…
Gohar Eshghi's Residence Surrounded; Security Forces Prevent Her Sit-in at UN Office
Gohar Eshghi, a civil rights activist and mother of a deceased blogger, is under siege by Iranian security forces at her home, preventing her from…
Pejman’s Claim Before Departure to New York: Iran is Safer and Freer Than Portrayed
Masoud Pejman claimed that Iran is safer and freer than portrayed by the media while departing for New York. This comes amid a UN report…
Escalating Tensions Between Israel and Hezbollah; U.S. Emphasizes Diplomatic Solution
Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have escalated, with Israel conducting extensive airstrikes in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah retaliating with missile attacks on northern Israel. The…
The U.S. Sanctions 12 More Iranian Officials in Relation to the 'Mahsa Law'
The U.S. has sanctioned 12 Iranian officials on the second anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, citing their roles in human rights abuses. This move aligns…
Reuters: Israel Had Planted Explosives in Hezbollah-Ordered Pagers Months Ago
Israeli intelligence agency Mossad reportedly planted explosives in pagers ordered by Hezbollah, leading to coordinated explosions in Lebanon that injured around 3,000 people. The incident…
Antony Blinken Travels to Egypt for Ceasefire Negotiations in Gaza
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Egypt to negotiate a ceasefire in Gaza amid rising tensions in the Middle East, particularly following a…
White House Reaction to Pezeshkian's Remarks on Iran's Interest in Returning to JCPOA: Actions Speak Louder Than Words
The White House responded to Iranian official Masoud Pezeshkian's comments about Iran's interest in returning to the JCPOA, emphasizing that actions are more important than…
US Warns Islamic Republic: Do Not Exploit Pager Explosions to Escalate Tensions in the Region
The US has warned Iran against exploiting the recent explosion of Hezbollah pagers in Lebanon, which resulted in at least 9 deaths and nearly 3,000…
Explosion of Hezbollah Pagers; US Warns Iran About Possible Reaction to Incident
An explosion of pager devices in Lebanon, attributed to Hezbollah, resulted in at least 11 deaths and thousands of injuries, prompting accusations against Israel. The…
Status of the 'Mahsa Law'; '500 Iranian individuals and entities' sanctioned under Biden administration
The U.S. State Department announced sanctions against 500 Iranian entities and individuals under Biden, coinciding with the second anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death. The 'Mahsa…
The U.S. Confirms UN Human Rights Committee Findings on 'Suppression of Women in Iran'
The U.S. State Department confirmed a UN report detailing the ongoing suppression of women in Iran, urging the Iranian government to cease these actions. This…
Execution of Former Iranian National Wrestling Champion Morteza Yousefi in Nowshahr and Two Afghan Nationals in Qazalhasar
Morteza Yousefi, a former champion wrestler for Iran, was executed for drug-related crimes despite previous indications of a potential pardon. Additionally, two Afghan nationals were…
US Efforts to Alleviate Tensions Between Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah and Find a Path to Ceasefire
The US is actively engaging in diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Israel, Hamas, and Hezbollah, with a focus on achieving a ceasefire in Gaza…
UN Special Rapporteur: The Islamic Republic Executes Individuals with 'Violation of Fair Trial'
UN Special Rapporteur Mai Sato reported that Iran executed at least 93 individuals in August, raising concerns over the legality and fairness of these executions,…
The U.S. Strongly Urges Israel and Hamas to Agree to a Ceasefire
The U.S. has urged Israel and Hamas to agree to a ceasefire and release hostages after months of conflict. The situation remains tense as negotiations…
US Reaction to UN Experts' Report: Execution Statistics in Iran Are Concerning
The US State Department expressed concern over the rising execution rates in Iran, criticizing the lack of judicial independence. This follows a UN report highlighting…
The U.S. Calls for a Ceasefire Agreement; Protests Continue in Israel Following the Death of Six Hostages
The U.S. has called for a ceasefire in Gaza following the discovery of six Israeli hostages killed by Hamas, prompting protests in Israel demanding action…