October 2023
Narges Mohammadi to Nobel Committee: Support the People of Iran Until Final Victory
Narges Mohammadi, a political prisoner and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize winner, called on the Nobel Committee to support the Iranian people in their struggle for…
Nasrin Sotoudeh Calls for Immediate Release of Tomaj Salehi and All Political Prisoners
Nasrin Sotoudeh has called for the immediate release of jailed rapper Tomaj Salehi and all political prisoners in Iran, highlighting the oppressive conditions faced by…
Continued Pressure from the Islamic Republic on Families of Protesters; Extension of Detention for Fatemeh Sepehri's Brothers
The Iranian judiciary has extended the detention of Mohammad Hossein and Hossein Sepehri, brothers of political prisoner Fatemeh Sepehri, who has been imprisoned for over…
Taraneh Alidoosti: I Will Not Wear the Cloth That Killed My Sisters for Your Films
Taraneh Alidoosti has publicly condemned the Iranian government's ban on actresses opposing mandatory hijab, stating she will not wear the hijab that symbolizes oppression. The…
Fatemeh Sepehri Transferred from Prison to ICU Section of Hospital
Fatemeh Sepehri, a political prisoner, has been transferred to the ICU after her health deteriorated following open-heart surgery and influenza. Her family reports severe mistreatment…
Protests by Oil Workers in Aghajari and Iranian Oil and Gas Platforms Continue
Oil workers in Aghajari, Iran, are protesting against management's neglect of their demands, escalating from weekly to daily protests. They are calling for better wages…
Iran's Two Gold and Silver Medals Withdrawn at Hangzhou Para-Asian Games
Iran's gold and silver medals in the Hangzhou Para-Asian Games were withdrawn due to late arrival of athletes, following a protest from China. This incident…
Exclusive | Description of the Situation of Several Political Prisoners; Saeed Ahmadi Deljou: Our Judge is You, the People
Saeed Ahmadi Deljou, a political activist and former prisoner, describes the dire conditions of political prisoners in Evin Prison and highlights the unjust treatment of…
Remember - The Needle-Pierced Suffering; The Shared Pain of Baloch Women
The article highlights the struggles of Baloch women in Sistan and Baluchestan, who endure physical pain and economic hardship while sewing to support their families.…
Maryam Abdi, Civil Activist in Iran, Arrested
Maryam Abdi, a civil activist in Iran, was arrested by intelligence agents, with speculation that her arrest is linked to the case of singer Mehdi…
A Psychiatrist: The Psychological Effects of the Protests of Fall 2022 Will Continue
A psychiatrist warns that the psychological effects of the protests in Fall 2022 are still felt in Iran, with many people experiencing a lack of…
Continued Security Clashes in Zahedan; One Teacher from Makki Mosque Arrested
Security forces in Zahedan arrested Akbar Bidel, a teacher at Makki Mosque, during a crackdown on protests following Friday prayers. This incident is part of…
The Expediency Discernment Council Deems Two Articles of the 'Hijab and Chastity' Bill Contrary to System Policies
The Expediency Discernment Council has rejected two articles of the 'Chastity and Hijab' bill due to ambiguities in definitions that contradict the system's policies. The…
A Human Rights Organization: At Least 5 Children and Adolescents Among the Detainees in Zahedan
On October 20, 2023, at least 24 people were detained during protests in Zahedan, including five minors. The arrests were carried out by security forces…
Tomaj Salehi, Imprisoned Singer, Wins Index on Censorship Award
Tomaj Salehi, an imprisoned rapper, has won the Index on Censorship's annual Freedom of Expression Award for his artistic support of Iranian protesters. His relative…
Continued Protest Fridays in Zahedan; Government Forces Attacked Protesters
Protests continue in Zahedan, Iran, as security forces violently confront demonstrators after Friday prayers at Makki Mosque. Protesters chant anti-regime slogans despite heavy military presence…
Evin Prison Chief Prevents Transfer of Reza Shahabi to Hospital Due to Not Wearing Prison Clothes
Reza Shahabi, a political prisoner and member of the Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company, was denied transfer to a hospital for…
Start of Hunger Strike by Atefeh Rangriz in Shahroud Prison
Atefeh Rangriz, a women's rights activist, has begun a hunger strike in Shahroud prison to protest her illegal detention and mistreatment. She has faced severe…
Zahra Rahnavard's Reaction to the Murder of Mehrjouei and Mohammadi-Far: I Hope This Time the Killer Does Not Escape Justice
Zahra Rahnavard condemned the murders of filmmaker Dariush Mehrjouei and his wife Vahideh Mohammadi-Far, linking them to a history of political violence against intellectuals in…
Research Report: Statistics Confirm Increasing Trend of Doctors' Immigration from Iran
A report confirms a significant increase in the immigration of doctors from Iran, with over 6,500 leaving this year alone. The trend is attributed to…
Mehdi Yarahee Released on Bail
Mehdi Yarahee, a protesting Iranian singer, was released on bail after being arrested for his song "Roosarito," which was deemed illegal by state media. His…
Consequences of Poverty Expansion in Iran: 556,000 Adolescents Drop Out Before Entering High School
The Iranian Statistical Center reports that over 556,000 adolescents have dropped out of school before high school, primarily due to poverty. This trend reflects a…
Continued Protests by Official Employees at the Aghajari Oil and Gas Exploitation Company
Official employees at the Aghajari Oil and Gas Exploitation Company protested against management's neglect of their demands, including salary caps and retirement benefits. This marks…
Emergency Meeting of the European Union; European Officials Concerned About the Consequences of the Israel-Hamas War
European Union leaders are convening an emergency meeting to address the fallout from the Israel-Hamas war, expressing concerns over rising tensions in Europe and the…
Israel Denies 'Temporary Ceasefire'
Israel's government has denied agreeing to a temporary ceasefire for humanitarian aid in Gaza, despite reports from Reuters suggesting otherwise. Key Israeli ministers oppose any…
Joe Biden Discusses with Families of Missing Americans in Hamas Attacks
President Biden spoke with families of 14 missing Americans due to Hamas attacks, assuring them of U.S. efforts for their return. The White House confirmed…
U.S. Special Envoy Condemns Anti-Semitic Slogans at Pro-Palestinian Protests
Deborah Lipstadt, the U.S. Special Envoy for Monitoring and Combating Anti-Semitism, condemned anti-Semitic slogans at pro-Palestinian protests, particularly those celebrating civilian casualties. She emphasized that…
After the 'Contract Termination' Incident with Persepolis, Yahya Gol Mohammadi Left Iran
Yahya Gol Mohammadi, the head coach of Persepolis, has reportedly left Iran amid disputes over unpaid wages and contract termination. While club officials deny his…
U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies Increase Security Measures Amid Anti-Semitic Threats
U.S. law enforcement has ramped up security around Jewish communities in response to online threats from Hamas supporters. This comes amid ongoing tensions related to…
Fatemeh Sepahri Demands Official Apology from Islamic Republic Officials and the Release of Her Brothers
Fatemeh Sepahri, a political prisoner in Iran, demands the unconditional release of her brothers and an official apology from the government as a condition for…
Dismissal of 32,000 Adjunct Professors from Azad University; 20,000 Doctoral Students Replaced Them
Azad University has dismissed 32,000 adjunct professors, replacing them with 20,000 first and second semester doctoral students. This decision, made without prior notice, raises concerns…
Exclusive | Two Weeks of Silence Following Hunger Strike; Concerns About the Health of Zartosht Ahmadi Raghb
Zartosht Ahmadi Raghb, a political prisoner in Iran, has been on a hunger strike for two weeks and has had no contact with his family,…
Summoning of Over 50 Amir Kabir University Students to Disciplinary Committee
Over 50 students from Amir Kabir University have been summoned to the disciplinary committee following a review of security footage from last year's protests. This…
Exclusive; Lawyer of Fatemeh Sepehri Calls for Suspension of Sentence for This Political Prisoner
Fatemeh Sepehri's lawyer has called for her release after she was transferred back to prison just a week after open-heart surgery, citing inadequate medical care…
Majid Tavakoli Arrested to Serve 5-Year Prison Sentence
Majid Tavakoli, a political activist, was arrested to serve a 5-year prison sentence related to charges of conspiracy against national security. His wife announced the…
Narges Mohammadi: I Will Stay in Iran and Continue My Activism Even at the Cost of Imprisonment
Narges Mohammadi, an imprisoned human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, declared her commitment to continue her activism in Iran despite the risk of…
Attila Pessiani, Renowned Iranian Actor, Passes Away
Attila Pessiani, a celebrated Iranian actor known for his work in cinema, theater, and television, died at 66 in France after battling cancer. His passing…
Narges Mohammadi Continues Human Rights Activism Even in Prison
Narges Mohammadi, a prominent Iranian human rights activist, has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize while imprisoned. She continues to advocate for human rights…
Shirin Ebadi Calls for Immediate Release of Imprisoned Lawyer Mohammad Najafi
Shirin Ebadi has called for the immediate release of imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi, criticizing the Iranian government's actions against him and other independent lawyers. Najafi…
Hojjat Badaghi Summoned for 'Serving Prison Sentence' to the Culture and Media Prosecutor's Office
Hojjat Badaghi, an Iranian writer and poet, has been summoned to serve a prison sentence, raising concerns about his safety and that of his family.…
Nine More Arrested in Zahedan; Reports of Torture of a Baloch Citizen at Zahedan Police Station Confirmed
Nine citizens were arrested in Zahedan following a protest, while reports of police torture of a Baloch citizen led to the dismissal of a police…
Secretary of the Teachers' Association: Severe Budget Deficit is the Cause of Teacher Shortage for 460,000 Students
The Iranian education system faces a severe teacher shortage affecting approximately 460,000 students due to a long-standing budget deficit. Policymakers' neglect has led to inadequate…
Protesting Journalist and 'Exiled' Russian Sentenced to Prison in Absentia
Marina Ovsyannikova, a Russian journalist known for her anti-war protests, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for spreading false information…
Tens of Thousands of Healthcare Workers Strike in Several U.S. States
Tens of thousands of healthcare workers at Kaiser Permanente are striking in several U.S. states due to low wages and staff shortages. This strike is…
Exclusive | Details of a Student's 'Suicide'; School Officials' Reaction Over Nail Polish
Zahra Hatami, an eighth-grade student, reportedly committed suicide after being suspended for three days due to her nail polish and having her phone confiscated by…
Sepideh Roshno's Decision to Attend Court with Optional Hijab
Sepideh Roshno plans to attend court with optional hijab to defend against charges related to her Instagram posts. She emphasizes her right to choose her…
A News Agency's Account of '400 Million Toman Overtime' in the Teachers' Savings Fund
A report highlights the lack of transparency in the Teachers' Savings Fund, revealing that a manager received over 400 million tomans in overtime while teachers'…