Among the victims of this crackdown is 27-year-old Mohammad Hassani, who was recently sentenced to a 12-year prison term by Iran’s judiciary. Hassani, a master’s student and vocal critic of the regime, faced charges including disturbing public order, destroying public property, propaganda against the system, insulting the regime’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei, and affiliating with the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK)
This announcement, made by state media on February 20, follows a decree issued by the Supreme Council of Cyberspace (SCC) and confirmed by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on January 9th. The SCC, established in 2011 by Khamenei’s mandate, was intended to tighten the regime’s control over internet access and restrict the flow of free information within the country.
This exceptional endeavor involved, wherever possible, video and audio recordings or direct observations, and at times, intentional engagement in the voting process to provide detailed insights, conducted by the observers from the PMOI Social Headquarters.
Despite repeated calls from the country’s leaders, including Ayatollah Khamenei, urging citizens to participate, the response has been far from satisfactory. Reports pouring in from the PMOI Social Headquarters, eyewitnesses, and journalists depict a Tehran with significantly lower turnout compared to the 2020 elections.
The boycott, witnessed nationwide, showcased the determination of the Iranian people to break free from the shackles of dictatorship.
The documents unveil a sordid tale of bribes and unqualified appointments, including a staggering proposal of a 2 trillion rials bribe to a current member of the Majlis and the sale of qualification confirmations for another member.
Notable speakers included European Parliament Members Gianna Gancia, Stefania Zambelli, and Maria Angela Danzì from Italy. Representatives of Iranian resistance associations in Italy were also present.
Among these, poverty has emerged as a particularly pressing issue, deeply intertwined with the country’s economic mismanagement and the policies of its ruling clerical regime. This article delves into the complexities of poverty in Iran, highlighting the socio-economic and political dimensions that contribute to this escalating crisis.
This event, marked by the participation of representatives from various Iranian medical and specialist associations based in Italy, brought to light the critical challenges and aspirations of the Iranian Resistance.
According to The Washington Post, which cited Lebanese and Iraqi officials, Iran’s call for moderation comes in the wake of US retaliation against these groups’ attacks. This development is underscored by a two-week hiatus in the hostilities, a marked change from the over 150 attacks attributed to Iraqi and Syrian militant groups against American forces following the war’s escalation in Gaza.
