December 2024
Former Political Prisoner Files Complaint Against Guard for 'Beating' in Tabriz
Armita Paveer, a former political prisoner, has filed a complaint against a prison guard for assaulting her with intent to kill. This incident highlights ongoing…
Mass Protests in Dhaka Commemorate Victims of Uprising Against Sheikh Hasina
Mass protests in Dhaka commemorated over 1,000 victims of a recent uprising that ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Organized by the Student Group Against…
Concern Expressed by Abolfazl Ghadyani's Wife Regarding His Health in Prison
Zahra Rahimi, the wife of political prisoner Abolfazl Ghadyani, has raised alarms about his deteriorating health in prison, citing serious medical conditions. Human rights activists…
Central Bank Resumes Inflation Rate Announcement After 21 Months; Criticism Over Lack of Transparency
The Central Bank of Iran has resumed announcing inflation rates after a 21-month hiatus, revealing a significant discrepancy with the Statistical Center's figures. Critics have…
Iranian Asylum Seeker Ordered to Leave France Despite Marriage to French Woman
An Iranian asylum seeker, Mokhtar M., has been ordered to leave France despite his marriage to a French woman, Beatrice Aurel, who has advocated for…
Reports of Market Traders' Protest in Tehran Against Currency Surge and Inflation
Traders in Tehran are protesting against the continuous rise in the dollar rate and inflation, citing concerns over the impact on purchasing power. The protests…
Interview with Saeed Dehghan, One of the Signatories of the Statement
Mohammad Nourizad, a political prisoner in Iran, has been placed in solitary confinement under harsh conditions after protesting against drug trafficking in prison. In response,…
End of House Arrest; Mehdi Yarahy Still Faces Whipping Punishment
Mehdi Yarahy, an Iranian protest singer, has completed his one-year prison sentence but still faces 74 lashes as punishment. His lawyer announced his release under…
Taliban Forces Launch Retaliatory Attacks in Pakistan Following Bombing
The Taliban launched retaliatory attacks in Pakistan following airstrikes by Pakistani forces in Afghanistan. The conflict centers around disputed border areas, with both sides accusing…
New Crisis in South Korea; Parliament Votes to Impeach Interim President
The South Korean Parliament has impeached interim President Han Duck-soo following the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol amid ongoing political turmoil. The crisis deepens as…
Taraneh Alidoosti's National ID Code Blocked and She is Banned from Flying
Taraneh Alidoosti, a prominent Iranian actress, has had her national ID code blocked and is banned from flying, reportedly due to her support for recent…
Interview with Habib Hosseini-Fard on Recent Protests in Syria
Recent protests in Syria have resulted in the deaths of police officers and civilians, highlighting tensions in the country. The interim government blames loyalists of…
A Teacher and Writer in Karaj Sentenced to Prison and Teaching Ban
Ahmad Derakhshan, a teacher and writer in Karaj, has been sentenced to one year in prison and a two-year teaching ban for propaganda against the…
Fuel and Input Rationing Has Destroyed Agriculture in Iran
Farmers in Iran are facing a crisis due to fuel and input rationing, which has significantly impacted agricultural production and competitiveness. Key figures like Mohammad…
Khosrow Alikordi, Human Rights Lawyer, Arrested
Khosrow Alikordi, a human rights lawyer representing families affected by protests, has been arrested in Mashhad and transferred to an unknown location. He was previously…
Mohammad Nourizad's Wife Says He Went on Hunger Strike in Solitary Confinement with 'Hands and Feet Bound'
Mohammad Nourizad, a political prisoner, has been on a hunger strike in solitary confinement, protesting against prison conditions and the drug mafia. His wife reported…
Majid Tavakoli's Prison Sentence Reduced to Two Years
Majid Tavakoli's prison sentence has been reduced from six years to two years following a Supreme Court ruling. He faces additional restrictions, including bans on…
Cancellation of Mosque Construction in Qeytarieh Park Due to 'Donor Withdrawal'
The construction of a mosque in Qeytarieh Park, a historic site in Tehran, has been canceled after the financial supporter withdrew. This decision comes after…
Syrian Christians Protest Christmas Tree Burning
Christians in Damascus protested against the burning of a Christmas tree by rebels in a nearby city. The protest reflects ongoing tensions in Syria, especially…
Reza Khandan Goes on Hunger Strike in Protest of Conditions in Evin Prison's Ward 8
Reza Khandan, a civil rights activist and husband of human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh, has initiated a hunger strike to protest the poor conditions in…
Reza Khandan Goes on Hunger Strike; Prisoner Dies in Evin Quarantine
Reza Khandan, a civil activist, has begun a hunger strike following his recent arrest, while a fellow prisoner died in quarantine at Evin Prison. His…
Zhaleh Alou, Veteran of Performing Arts in Iran, Passes Away
Zhaleh Alou, a prominent Iranian artist and supporter of recent protests, has passed away at 97. Her contributions to Iranian media and culture, particularly in…
The Key Role of Women in the New Syria, Promises of the New Head of Women's Affairs Office
Aisha al-Dibs, the new head of the Women's Affairs Office in Syria, emphasizes the importance of women's roles in the reconstruction of Syria and calls…
Deputy of Women's Affairs in Rouhani's Government Considers 'Childbearing' Essential
Zahra Behrouz Azar, Deputy of Women's Affairs, emphasizes the importance of childbearing and supports the controversial 'Youth Population Law,' while criticizing the 'Chastity and Hijab…
Eight Defendants in the Case of French Teacher's Murder Sentenced to Prison
Eight individuals were sentenced in France for their involvement in the murder of Samuel Paty, a teacher killed for showing cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad.…
Intensification of Pollution in Metropolises Until the End of the Week
Air pollution in Iranian metropolises is set to intensify until the end of the week, leading to school and office closures. Citizens are expressing their…
Scientific Article on the Impact of Anti-Malarial Drug on COVID Treatment Withdrawn
A scientific study on hydroxychloroquine's effectiveness against COVID-19 has been retracted due to serious methodological flaws. Didier Raoult, a key author, faces legal issues and…
Iran's Request for Serious Investigation into the Murder of Two Iranian Refugees in France
Iran has called on France to thoroughly investigate the murder of two Iranian Kurdish refugees, who were killed in an armed attack in Dunkirk. The…
Workers at 7 Amazon Centers in the U.S. Go on Strike
Workers at seven Amazon centers in the U.S. went on strike demanding better wages and working conditions during the holiday shopping season. The Teamsters Union…
The Wish of Kian Pirfalak's Mother on the Longest Night: May This Be the Last Winter of Our Bitter Days
On the eve of Yalda, families of victims Kian Pirfalak and Yalda Aghafazli commemorated their loved ones while expressing hope for freedom in Iran. Kian's…
Man Executed in Tehran for Injuring 59 Women with a Bludgeon
A man named Rastgooi Kandalaj was executed in Tehran for injuring 59 women with a bludgeon. He claimed his actions were motivated by personal grievances…
Statement from Dozens of Iranian Sociologists: Abolish the 'Quasi-Law' on Hijab
A group of Iranian sociologists has condemned a new parliamentary bill on hijab, calling it a 'quasi-law' that infringes on civil rights, especially for women.…
Impeachment of South Korean President; Yoon Suk-yeol Promises to Continue Political Fight
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was impeached by parliament over attempts to establish martial law, leading to the appointment of Han Duck-soo as interim president.…
South Korean Parliament Votes for Impeachment of President
The South Korean Parliament has voted to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol following his brief declaration of martial law, which led to significant political unrest. This…
Human Rights Watch Statement on the Suppression of Political Prisoners in Iran with Medical Deprivation
Human Rights Watch has condemned the Iranian government's use of medical deprivation as a means of suppressing political prisoners, highlighting severe cases of neglect and…
Adonis: The Issue in Syria is Not Regime Change, but Societal Change
Adonis, the renowned Syrian poet, emphasizes the need for societal change in Syria rather than merely replacing the regime of Bashar al-Assad. He argues that…
Nushin Tafi's Account of Years of Struggle for Solo Singing and Performing Without Mandatory Hijab
Nushin Tafi, an Iranian female singer, reflects on her years of struggle for solo performances and the right to perform without a mandatory hijab. Following…
The New Flag of Syria: Why Did Red Change to Green and a Star Was Added?
Syria has adopted a new flag after the fall of the Assad regime, replacing the previous flag that featured red, white, and black with a…
Donald Trump Named Time Magazine's Person of the Year for the Second Time
Donald Trump has been named Time Magazine's Person of the Year for 2024, marking his second time receiving this honor. He was chosen over other…
Police Raid on South Korean Presidential Office and Failed Suicide Attempt of Defense Minister
The South Korean police raided President Yoon Suk-yeol's office amid investigations into his failed martial law declaration, while former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun attempted suicide…
Twelfth Night of Protests in Tbilisi; Britain Suspends Engagement with Georgian Government
Protests in Tbilisi against the Georgian government's suspension of EU membership negotiations have continued for twelve nights, with thousands participating. The British government has suspended…
Continued Desecration of Graves of Deceased Protesters; A Father's Protest
Government agents have desecrated the grave of Farzin Maroofi, a victim of the 2021 protests, which has sparked outrage from his father, Farhad Maroofi. He…
Exclusive; Eyewitness Account of Violence by Qazalhessar Officials Against Prisoners
An eyewitness reported unprovoked violence by prison guards at Qazalhessar prison against Afghan prisoners, particularly highlighting an incident involving prisoner Ali Hosseini. This violence is…
Crisis Continues in the Fourth Largest Economy in Asia; South Korean President Banned from Leaving the Country
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has been banned from leaving the country following an unsuccessful declaration of martial law, facing potential impeachment and legal charges.…
South Korean President Apologizes for Imposing Martial Law
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol apologized for his martial law order, citing despair as the reason. His remarks come just before an impeachment session in…
Solidarity of Educators with Students on the Occasion of December 7
On December 7, the Coordination Council of Educators' Trade Unions in Iran expressed solidarity with students, emphasizing the fight against oppression and calling for the…
The United States Calls for the Unconditional and Permanent Release of Narges Mohammadi
The U.S. has demanded the unconditional release of Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist, citing her declining health due to mistreatment in Iranian custody.…
Manouchehr Bakhtiari, political prisoner and father of a victim, has suffered a heart attack
Manouchehr Bakhtiari, a political prisoner and father of a protest victim, suffered a heart attack while in the hospital. His family reports that security forces…
Power Outage Across Cuba for the Third Time in Two Months
Cuba experienced a nationwide power outage for the third time in two months due to technical failures and ongoing economic crises exacerbated by U.S. sanctions.…
Zahra Mousavi Reports Her Father Mir Hossein Mousavi Discharged from Hospital
Zahra Mousavi announced that her father, Mir Hossein Mousavi, has been discharged from the hospital after recovering from a critical condition. Mir Hossein Mousavi is…
Opposition Parties Submit Impeachment Request Against South Korean President
Opposition parties in South Korea have initiated impeachment proceedings against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his brief declaration of martial law. The parliament has since voted…
Hafez Mousavi: The Protest of Writers and Artists Against Censorship Has Intensified
Hafez Mousavi highlights the growing protests from Iranian writers and artists against censorship in recent years. This movement reflects a broader struggle for freedom of…
Cleric, Ayatollah, or Mullah; How Are Today's Rulers of Iran Defined?
The article discusses the evolving perception of religious clerics in Iran, particularly after the 2022 protests. It highlights the distancing of clerics from traditional titles…
Selective Approval of Rejected Teachers; 'Opponents' Will Not Be Accepted
The Iranian government is facing criticism over its teacher selection process, with over 44,000 candidates disqualified despite claims of re-evaluation. The process has led to…
Roshank Molaei Released After Being Whipped in Prison
Roshank Molaei, a woman who confronted a sexual harasser, has been released from prison after receiving a whipping sentence. Her case highlights the ongoing issues…
Nasrin Shakeri Released on Bail
Nasrin Shakeri, mother of Nika Shakeri, has been temporarily released on bail after being sentenced to prison for her involvement in protests. She faces additional…
Massive Crowd of Protesters on the Third Night of Demonstrations in the Capital of Georgia
Thousands of protesters gathered in Tbilisi for the third consecutive night against the Georgian government's decision to postpone EU membership negotiations. The protests have escalated,…