May 2023
Judiciary Takes Foreign Representatives to Prison to Witness 'Islamic Prison Principles'
Foreign ambassadors and representatives visited Tehran's women's prison to observe conditions, as stated by Iranian officials. This visit comes amidst ongoing allegations of human rights…
Narges Mohammadi and Golrokh Iraee Still Denied Family Visits for Presenting Paper at 'Saving Iran' Conference
Narges Mohammadi and Golrokh Iraee have been banned from family visits after presenting a paper at a conference advocating for political change in Iran. This…
Public Trial of Elahe Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi; Public Demand, Kayhan's Anger
Elahe Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi, two Iranian journalists detained for revealing details about Mahsa Amini's death, are facing a trial that the public demands be…
In Response to Voice of America, the United States Rejects the Islamic Republic's Claims Against Elaheh Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi
The U.S. State Department has rejected accusations from the Islamic Republic against imprisoned journalists Elaheh Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi, who are facing trial for revealing…
After Months, Court Dates Set; The Cases of Elahe Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi Are Underway
Elahe Mohammadi and Niloufar Hamedi, two Iranian journalists, are facing court hearings after being detained for their reporting on social issues, including the death of…
Political Prisoners in Women's Ward of Evin Oppose Executions: 'Overthrow is Closer to the Islamic Republic than Ever'
Political prisoners in Evin prison's women's ward protested against recent executions, claiming they strengthen the people's resolve to overthrow the Islamic Republic. Activists emphasized that…
Temporary Release of Key Activists Keyvan Samimi and Alireza Beheshti Shirazi from Prison
Keyvan Samimi and Alireza Beheshti Shirazi, prominent Iranian activists, have been temporarily released from prison on bail. Their arrests were linked to their participation in…
Unprecedented Opposition of Iranians Inside the Country Against the Death Penalty: "I Oppose the Death Penalty with My Real and Specific Identity"
In response to the recent executions of protesters in Iran, civil activists and lawyers have publicly opposed the death penalty using their real identities on…
UN Fact-Finding Mission: Any Execution Without a 'Fair Trial' is a Clear Violation of International Law
The UN fact-finding mission condemned the execution of three protesters in Iran, emphasizing that such actions without fair trials violate international law. The executions followed…
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani: Ali Khamenei and His Repressive Agents Are Still Thirsty for Blood
Abdul Fazl Ghadiani condemned the Iranian regime's recent execution of three young protesters, asserting that they were tortured into false confessions. He called for a…
The "Freedom to Write" Award Presented to Narges Mohammadi; PEN America Awards This Honor to Ms. Mohammadi's Husband
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist currently imprisoned, received the "Freedom to Write" award from PEN America, presented by her husband Taghi Rahmani.…
Taghi Rahmani: Iranians Abroad Should Continue to Be the Voice of the People Inside
Taghi Rahmani emphasizes the importance of Iranians abroad continuing to amplify the voices of protesters inside Iran. He advocates for increased support for political prisoners…
Call for Sanctions Against the Ministry of Culture: Cultural Figures Urge Non-Recognition of Censorship Institutions
A coalition of Iranian artists has called for a boycott of the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, urging their peers to resist censorship and…
PEN America Awards 'Freedom to Write' Prize to Narges Mohammadi
PEN America has awarded the 'Freedom to Write' prize to Narges Mohammadi, a prominent imprisoned human rights activist in Iran, highlighting her courage against government…
Call on the International Community to Halt Executions in Iran; Reaction from French Parliament Representatives
Six female political prisoners in Iran have urged the international community to intervene against mass executions by the Iranian government. In response, approximately 50 French…
Aliyeh Matlabi summoned to Evin Prosecutor's Office; agents clashed and searched her home
Aliyeh Matlabi, a women's rights activist, was summoned to Evin Prosecutor's Office after a physical altercation with security agents during a search of her home.…
Six Political Prisoners Demand an End to Executions
Six female political prisoners in Iran have issued a statement condemning recent executions and calling for an end to capital punishment. The statement reflects the…
Narges Mohammadi Emphasizes the Role of the Islamic Republic in the Poisoning of Students
Narges Mohammadi, a jailed human rights activist, accused the Iranian government of poisoning schoolgirls with chemical gases and compared its actions to those of the…
Three Female Journalists Imprisoned in Iran Win UNESCO Press Freedom Prize
Three imprisoned Iranian female journalists, Niloufar Hamedi, Elahe Mohammadi, and Narges Mohammadi, have won the UNESCO International Press Freedom Prize for their courageous reporting. Their…