March 2025
Human Rights Watch Calls for Unconditional Release of Narges Mohammadi
Human Rights Watch has called for the unconditional release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist in Iran, following threats from Iranian authorities to…
Nobel Laureates Demand Full Freedom for Narges Mohammadi
Eighty-five Nobel laureates have called for the unconditional release of Narges Mohammadi, emphasizing her role in advocating for women's rights and human rights in Iran.…
Latest Report by Mahi Sato; Concerns Raised Over Widespread Discrimination in Iran
Mahi Sato, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Iran, released a report expressing deep concerns about human rights violations, particularly regarding gender discrimination…
In Two Decades, 77% of Executions of 'Child Offenders' Worldwide Were Carried Out by the Islamic Republic
The Iran Human Rights Organization reported that the Islamic Republic has executed 77% of the world's child offenders from 1999 to 2022, with a significant…
Statement from 30 Human Rights Organizations: The Death Penalty in Iran Must Be Abolished
Thirty human rights organizations have called for the abolition of the death penalty in Iran, emphasizing the need for unity in the fight against ongoing…
Writers' Association: Women's Struggle for Freedom and Equality is Unstoppable
The Iranian Writers' Association released a statement on International Women's Day, highlighting the ongoing struggle of women for freedom and equality in Iran despite government…
Increased Security and Judicial Pressure on Civil Activists Ahead of International Women's Day
As International Women's Day approaches, the Iranian government has intensified security and judicial pressures on women activists, including arrests and summonses. Notable activists like Hasti…
Zahra Rahnavard on the Eve of International Women's Day: The Hand-to-Hand Combat of Iranian Rulers with Women Continues
Zahra Rahnavard, a prominent Iranian political figure under house arrest, highlighted the ongoing oppression of women in Iran in her message for International Women's Day.…
UN: Women's and Girls' Rights Continue to Be Violated Worldwide
A new UN report highlights ongoing violations of women's and girls' rights globally, despite some progress in gender equality. The report notes alarming statistics, including…
Reactions to the Whipping of Mehdi Yarahy; Tomaj Salehi: Mehdi is Stronger Than Before
Mehdi Yarahy, a protesting singer, was sentenced to 74 lashes, provoking strong reactions from activists and human rights defenders. Prominent figures like Tomaj Salehi and…
Widespread Reaction to the Implementation of Mahdi Yarahai's Whipping Sentence; 'Shame on Backwardness and Torture'
Mahdi Yarahai, an Iranian protest singer, received a sentence of 74 lashes, prompting widespread condemnation from artists and activists. The punishment is seen as retaliation…
Narges Mohammadi: The Struggle of Women in Iran Against Gender Apartheid Continues
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist and Nobel laureate, published a note on International Women's Day calling for the criminalization of gender apartheid in…
Campaign of Tuesdays Against Executions: The World Must Act to Stop the Killing Machine
Prisoners in Iran's 'Tuesdays Against Executions' campaign are demanding urgent global action to stop executions, highlighting the recent execution of 85 individuals in just two…
UN Human Rights Commission Director Calls for Permanent Abolition of Mandatory Hijab Law in Iran
Volker Turk, the Director of the UN Human Rights Commission, has called for the permanent abolition of Iran's mandatory hijab law and other discriminatory laws…