May 2023
China's Government Deletes 1.4 Million Social Media Posts
The Chinese government has deleted 1.4 million social media posts and 67,000 accounts as part of a crackdown on misinformation and other issues. This campaign…
Continued Uncertainty Surrounding the Situation of Rouhollah Rasouli, 15-Year-Old Detained in Golestan Province
Rouhollah Rasouli, a 15-year-old Baluch boy, has been detained for over two weeks in Golestan Province due to his media activities and alleged collaboration with…
Response of Pop Music Readers to the Minister of Culture's Statements: Don't Deceive the People
The Iranian Minister of Culture claimed that rumors about the prohibition of pop singers are false, leading to backlash from artists like Reza Sadeghi, who…
Increased Suppression of Sexual and Gender Minorities in China; Beijing's LGBT Center Shut Down
The Beijing LGBT Center has been shut down by the Chinese government due to external pressures, marking a significant setback for the rights of sexual…
12 Human Rights Organizations Express Regret Over Appointment of Iranian Ambassador as President of the 2023 Social Forum
Twelve international human rights organizations have expressed deep concern over the appointment of Ali Bahraini, Iran's UN ambassador, as President of the 2023 Social Forum.…
Arab Foreign Ministers Agree to Syria's Return to the Arab League
Arab foreign ministers have agreed to reinstate Syria in the Arab League after over a decade of suspension. This decision reflects increasing regional pressure to…
Summoning of Several Artists Opposing Mandatory Hijab; Tehran Prosecutor Threatens Them with Arrest
Tehran's prosecutor has summoned several artists for opposing mandatory hijab and threatened them with arrest if they do not comply. This crackdown follows a speech…
Chinese 'Citizen Journalist' to be Released After 3 Years in Prison for 'COVID Reporting'
Fang Bin, a Chinese citizen journalist who reported on COVID-19 in Wuhan, is set to be released after three years in prison. His case highlights…