January 2024
Action Against Execution; Women Political Prisoners in Evin Join Hunger Strike of 10 Prisoners in Qazalhessar
Women political prisoners in Evin prison have joined a hunger strike initiated by 10 political prisoners in Qazalhessar in protest against executions in Iran. This…
Three Weeks of Silence from Imprisoned Labor Activist in Sanandaj; Sharifeh Mohammadi's Family is Worried
Sharifeh Mohammadi, a labor activist, has been imprisoned in Sanandaj for over 50 days without contact with her family for three weeks. Reports indicate she…
Shirin Ebadi's Request to Nada Al-Nashif: The Islamic Republic is Exploiting You, Cancel Your Trip to Iran
Shirin Ebadi has urged UN official Nada Al-Nashif to cancel her upcoming trip to Iran due to the alarming increase in executions by the Islamic…
Second Iranian Film Festival in New York; A Fusion of Classic Cinema and Works by Young Directors
The second Iranian Film Festival in New York will showcase 12 films, including premieres and works by both classic and young directors. The festival opens…
British Parliament Representatives Investigate 'Gender Apartheid' in Iran and Afghanistan
British Parliament representatives are investigating gender apartheid in Iran and Afghanistan, marking the first inquiry of its kind. The investigation aims to explore the concept…
Dozens of Political and Ideological Female Prisoners in Evin Go on Hunger Strike in Protest of Executions
In response to the recent executions of political prisoners, 61 female political prisoners in Evin Prison are staging a hunger strike to protest and demand…
Mohammad Qabadi, Young Protester, Executed by the Islamic Republic on Tuesday Morning
Mohammad Qabadi, a young protester detained during last year's protests in Iran, was executed on January 23 despite widespread calls for clemency. His execution has…
Widespread Reactions to the 'Issuance of Execution Order' for Mohammad Qabadelou; Narges Mohammadi: Let's Not Give Up Tonight
The lawyer of Mohammad Qabadelou announced that an execution order has been issued for him, prompting widespread calls for its halt from various figures and…
The U.S. Calls for 'Unconditional Freedom' of Narges Mohammadi and All 'Political Prisoners' in Iran
The U.S. has condemned the 15-month prison sentence of Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi and called for her unconditional release, alongside the temporary release…
Civil and Professional Activists Support Roya Hashmati: The Punishment of Flogging Must Be Stopped
Over 20 activists issued a statement supporting Roya Hashmati, who was punished with 74 lashes for opposing mandatory hijab. The activists condemned the Islamic Republic's…
Narges Mohammadi Sentenced to Imprisonment and Other Punishments for the Third Time While in Prison
Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and human rights activist, has been sentenced to additional prison time and various restrictions while imprisoned in Iran.…
The Removal of Subsidy Recipients Has Begun; Ministry of 'Welfare' Announced Changes in Income Classification
The Iranian Ministry of Welfare has announced the removal of 60,000 households from the subsidy list as part of a budget law update, indicating a…
The U.S. Calls for the Release of Narges Mohammadi, Nobel Peace Prize Winner
The U.S. has reiterated its call for the release of Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights activist currently imprisoned in Iran. This comes…
Extension of Nasim Soltanbeigi's Ban on Visits and Phone Calls in Evin Prison
Nasim Soltanbeigi, a jailed journalist in Iran, has had her ban on visits and phone calls extended until February 26. This follows protests by female…
Narges Mohammadi Praises Roya Hashemti's 'Resistance'; The Whips That Struck You Were the Whips of Despotism on the Body of Freedom
Narges Mohammadi praised Roya Hashemti's resistance to mandatory hijab after Hashemti was sentenced to 74 lashes for her defiance. The incident has sparked widespread criticism…
Downing of Ukrainian Plane | Narges Mohammadi: No Punishment for Criminals; Abdolhamid: Justice Not Served
The fourth anniversary of the downing of a Ukrainian passenger plane by the IRGC has prompted strong reactions from activists and leaders, including Narges Mohammadi…
Nahid Taghavi, a dual-national prisoner in Iran, granted temporary leave with an electronic ankle monitor
Nahid Taghavi, a dual-national Iranian-German prisoner, has been granted temporary leave with restrictions, including an electronic ankle monitor. Her daughter expressed concerns about her mother's…
Fact-Checking | Baseless Accusations by the Islamic Republic Against the US and Israel in Kerman Explosions
Two deadly explosions in Kerman, Iran, resulted in nearly 100 deaths, with the Islamic Republic blaming the US and Israel for the attacks. However, ISIS…
Critics' Perspective on the Kerman Incident: Focus on Security Instead of Women's Hijabs
The Kerman incident has sparked criticism of Iranian authorities for their negligence in ensuring security while focusing on women's hijab enforcement. Political activists and lawmakers…
Conflicting Reports Emerge; Judicial Official Claims Discovery of 64 More Bombs; IRGC in Kerman Denies Existence of 'Other Bombs'
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the discovery of bombs in Iran following a deadly bombing during Qassem Soleimani's memorial. The IRGC denies the existence of…
Judiciary of the Islamic Republic Files Charges Against Eight Notable Figures for Comments on Kerman Incident
The Iranian judiciary has filed charges against eight prominent figures for their comments regarding the Kerman explosions, which ISIS has claimed responsibility for. This incident…
A Teachers' Organization: The Students Killed in Kerman Were Victims of the Educational Propaganda Policies
A teachers' organization in Iran has reported that 23 students were killed in Kerman explosions, claiming they were victims of the Education Department's propaganda policies.…
Narges Mohammadi's Reaction to the Deadly Explosions in Kerman: 'Security' Cannot Be Sustained Without Freedom
Narges Mohammadi condemned the deadly explosions in Kerman, linking them to the Islamic Republic's failure to provide true security without freedom and justice. She criticized…
Difficult Times for Porters; 17 Porters Killed or Injured in 15 Days
In January 2023, 17 porters were killed or injured by Iranian military forces, highlighting the dangers faced by these individuals in border regions. The increase…
The Latest U.S. List of Religious Freedom Violators Worldwide; Iran Remains a 'Country of Particular Concern'
The U.S. has released its latest list of countries violating religious freedom, with Iran remaining a 'country of particular concern.' Secretary of State Antony Blinken…
Narges Mohammadi's Report from Evin Prison; Increased Pressure on Female Prisoners and Deteriorating Health Conditions
Narges Mohammadi reports from Evin Prison that 13 out of 61 political female prisoners have been denied phone contact, with many facing serious health issues.…
Hengaw: Possibility of Execution of Davood Abdollahi at Dawn on Tuesday, January 2
Davood Abdollahi, a Kurdish religious prisoner sentenced to death, may face execution on January 2, following a hunger strike in protest of his treatment. His…
Three Detained Female Journalists Denied Visits Due to Singing Protest Song
Three female journalists in Iran have been denied visitation rights after singing a protest song over the phone. This decision, made without proper legal procedure,…