August 2017
Window; Arrest of Journalists and Ongoing Hunger Strike in Rajai Shahr Prison
Two journalists were arrested in Tehran without disclosed charges amid ongoing global criticism of Iran's freedom of expression. Amnesty International condemned the conditions in Rajai…
Arrest of Director of Independent News Agency Turan in Azerbaijan
Mehman Aliyev, the director of the independent news agency Turan, was arrested in Azerbaijan on charges of tax evasion and abuse of power, which are…
Reporters Without Borders Criticizes 'Flagrant Violation of Press Freedom and Threats Against Journalists'
Sasan Aghaei, deputy editor of Etemad newspaper, was arrested in Iran, prompting criticism from Reporters Without Borders for violating press freedom. His arrest reflects ongoing…
Arrest of Sasan Aghaei, Deputy Editor of Etemad Newspaper
Sasan Aghaei, deputy editor of Etemad newspaper, was arrested by security forces in Iran, with the reason for his arrest currently unknown. This incident is…
Human Rights Defenders' Request from Hassan Rouhani to Fulfill His Election Promises
Human rights organizations are urging Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to uphold his election promises and international commitments as he begins his second term. Reporters Without…
Reporters Without Borders: Rouhani Must Fulfill His Promises
Reporters Without Borders has called on Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to fulfill his promises regarding freedom of information and the rule of law during his…