September 2023
Human Rights Sources: Increase in Number of Detainees on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday' in Zahedan
On the anniversary of the 'Bloody Friday' events in Zahedan, protests erupted leading to at least 51 arrests and numerous injuries, including children. Government forces…
Shooting by Islamic Republic Forces at Protesters on the Anniversary of 'Bloody Friday' in Zahedan
On the anniversary of 'Bloody Friday', clashes occurred in Zahedan, resulting in at least 23 injuries among protesters due to gunfire from government forces. The…
The Largest Ancient Cemetery Discovered in Gaza Strip
A significant archaeological discovery has been made in the Gaza Strip, where Palestinian workers uncovered a large ancient cemetery with lead coffins dating back to…
Portering on the Death Line; 85 Porters Killed or Injured in Six Months
In the first half of 2023, 85 porters were reported killed or injured in Iran's border provinces, primarily due to military gunfire. The situation highlights…
Continued Pressure on Media Activists; Ali Hadiyaloo and Hoshyar Babaei Summoned to Court
Ali Hadiyaloo and Hoshyar Babaei, two media activists in Iran, have been summoned and interrogated by government forces as pressure on journalists increases ahead of…
Swedish Scientists Recover RNA from Extinct Tasmanian Tiger for the First Time
Swedish scientists have successfully recovered RNA from the extinct Tasmanian tiger for the first time, providing new insights into the genetic material of extinct species.…
Cultivating Human Kidneys in Pig Embryos; Dr. Saidi: A Long Way to Producing 'Transplantable Organs'
Chinese scientists have successfully grown human kidneys in pig embryos, marking a significant advancement in organ transplantation. Dr. Reza Saidi Firouzabadi emphasizes that while this…
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…
Twelve Art Associations Protest the Dismissal of Professors; Criticism and Protest Do Not Deserve Punishment
Twelve art associations in Iran have protested against the dismissal of professors and called for an end to violent actions and the creation of a…
Continued Protests in Syria; Protesters Tear Down Images of Assad
Protests against Bashar al-Assad in Suwayda, Syria, have intensified as demonstrators tear down his images and express their discontent over economic hardships. The protests, fueled…
Completion of Studies on Dinosaur Fossil 'Quasi-Bird'; Filling the Evolutionary Gap of Birds
Researchers have completed studies on a 150-million-year-old dinosaur fossil, Fujianvenator, which may represent an early stage in bird evolution. This discovery challenges existing narratives about…
New Research: Human Ancestors Nearly Went Extinct 900,000 Years Ago
A new genetic study reveals that human ancestors nearly went extinct 900,000 years ago, with their population dropping to just 1,280 individuals. This significant decline…