January 2018
Tehran Prosecutor Confirms Arrest of One Protester Against Mandatory Hijab
The Tehran prosecutor confirmed the arrest of a protester against mandatory hijab, responding to recent acts of defiance by women known as the 'Girls of…
500 Million Toman Bail Set for 'Girl of Revolution Street'
Nasrin Sotoudeh announced the arrest of Narges Hosseini, known as the 'Girl of Revolution Street,' and that a bail of 500 million toman was set…
From 'Girl of Enghelab Street' to 'Girls of Enghelab Street'
The movement initiated by Vida Mohammadi, known as the 'Girl of Enghelab Street', has expanded with multiple girls in Tehran and Isfahan replicating her act…
Further Protests Against Mandatory Hijab in Tehran; Nasrin Sotoudeh: 'Girl of Revolution Street' Released
Protests against mandatory hijab continue in Tehran, with new demonstrations by women, including a notable incident involving a girl attaching her hijab to a stick.…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of 'Girl of Revolution Street'
Amnesty International has called for the immediate release of a young woman known as the 'Girl of Revolution Street' who protested against Iran's compulsory hijab.…
New Report from the Detention Follow-up Committee on 'Severe Beatings' in Prisons
A new report from the Detention Follow-up Committee reveals severe beatings and mistreatment of detainees following the December protests in Iran, including the death of…
Nasrin Sotoudeh: The Girl of Revolution Street Has Been Arrested Again
Nasrin Sotoudeh reported that the girl known as the 'Girl of Revolution Street,' who protested against mandatory hijab by waving her hijab on a stick,…
Rohani's Assistant for Citizen Rights Also Requested to Visit Prisons
Shahindokht Molaverdi, the assistant to the President on citizen rights, has requested to visit detention centers amid concerns over detainee treatment following recent protests. Despite…
Mahmoud Sadqi: Instead of Threats, Allow Representatives to Visit Prisons
Mahmoud Sadqi, a Tehran parliament member, criticized the Prisons Organization for threatening legal action instead of allowing prison visits amid allegations of forced medication of…
Continued Ignorance and Concern Among Families of Imprisoned Students
Families of detained students in Tehran express deep concern over their loved ones' well-being, with reports of deaths among detainees raising alarms. Lawmakers are calling…
Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Investigation into 'Suicide' Cases in Iranian Prisons
Amnesty International has called for immediate investigations into reported suicides in Iranian prisons following recent protests. The deaths of several detainees, including Sina Qanbari and…
Over 50 Iranian Professors Abroad Demand the Release of Detained Students
Over 50 Iranian professors abroad have condemned the recent detention of students in Iran and called for their immediate release, viewing these arrests as part…
Increase in the Number of Protesters Reported to Have Committed Suicide in Prison
The Human Rights Campaign in Iran reports multiple deaths of detainees, including Sina Ghanbari and Vahid Heydari, attributed to suicide by authorities. Concerns are raised…