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September 2023

September 19, 2023

Re-arrest of Khalid Pirzadeh, Political Activist, and His Transfer to an Unknown Location

Khalid Pirzadeh, a former political prisoner and bodybuilding champion, was re-arrested in Ahvaz and transferred to an unknown location. His previous imprisonment was marked by…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 19, 2023
September 16, 2023

Anniversary of Mahsa; Fire Breaks Out in Women's Prison in Qarchak Varamin

On the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, a fire broke out in Qarchak Varamin women's prison, possibly linked to a prison riot. Human rights activists…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 16, 2023
September 14, 2023

Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Families Seeking Justice; Ayda Rostami's Brother Arrested

Armin Rostami, brother of Ayda Rostami who was killed during protests, was arrested amid increasing pressure on families seeking justice in Iran. This comes as…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 14, 2023
September 13, 2023

Zahra Rahnavard's Message to Bahareh Hedayat: 'Religious Despotism' Will Not Last with 'National Cohesion'

Zahra Rahnavard urged Bahareh Hedayat to end her hunger strike, emphasizing national unity against religious despotism. Hedayat has been on hunger strike for over two…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 13, 2023
September 12, 2023

Transfer of Bahareh Hedayat to Prison; Request from Mahsa Amini's Mother and 21 Political Prisoners to End Hunger Strike

Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, is on her thirteenth day of hunger strike, protesting government repression and the death of fellow prisoner Javad Rouhi. Her…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 12, 2023

Fatemeh Sepehri's Message on the Anniversary of Mahsa: The Case of 'Crimes by This Criminal Sect' Has Grown Heavier

Fatemeh Sepehri, a political prisoner, has called for renewed protests on the anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death, emphasizing the ongoing suffering and injustice faced by…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 12, 2023

Bahareh Hedayat Transferred to Hospital on the Thirteenth Day of Hunger Strike

Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, has been hospitalized on the thirteenth day of her hunger strike due to severe health issues. She is protesting against…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 12, 2023
September 11, 2023

Education International Calls for Immediate Release of All Imprisoned Teachers in the Islamic Republic

Education International has called for the immediate release of all imprisoned teachers in Iran, particularly highlighting the deteriorating health of Jafar Ebrahimi, who has been…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 11, 2023
September 10, 2023

Bahareh Hedayat on Hunger Strike; Has Lost 'Eight Kilograms' and Suffers from 'Severe Weakness and Palpitations'

Bahareh Hedayat, a political prisoner, has entered her tenth day of hunger strike, losing significant weight and suffering health issues. She protests against the repression…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 10, 2023
September 7, 2023

Iranian Government Condemned to Pay Compensation to the Children of Abbas Amir-Entezam

A U.S. federal court has ordered the Iranian government to pay $19.5 million in damages for the torture of Abbas Amir-Entezam, a prominent political figure…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 7, 2023

Habib Afkari, Former Political Prisoner: The Noble People of Iran Will Not Bow to Oppression

Habib Afkari, a former political prisoner, condemns the Iranian government and highlights the ongoing oppression faced by his family, particularly his brother Vahid, who remains…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 7, 2023
September 2, 2023

Sepideh Gholian's Reaction to 15-Month Prison Sentence: 'It Was Worth It, I Sacrifice for My People'

Sepideh Gholian, a civil activist, received a 15-month prison sentence, which she deemed worthwhile for her people's cause. Her brother shared her defiant reaction, while…

📰 VOA Persian 🕐 Sep 2, 2023
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