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Italian MEPs Host Meeting on Human Rights in Iran, Backing Iranian Women and Youth for Freedom

A session titled “Human Rights Situation in Iran, Support for Iranian Women and Youth in the Fight for Freedom and Democracy” convened at the European Parliament in Brussels, initiated by Ms. Lucia Vuolo, an Italian member of the European Parliament.
A session titled “Human Rights Situation in Iran, Support for Iranian Women and Youth in the Fight for Freedom and Democracy” convened at the European Parliament in Brussels, initiated by Ms. Lucia Vuolo, an Italian member of the European Parliament.

 

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.

Poverty Crisis in Iran: A Multifaceted Challenge

Iran, a country with a rich tapestry of history and culture, and an abundance of natural resources, has been grappling with numerous challenges over the past decades.
Iran, a country with a rich tapestry of history and culture, and an abundance of natural resources, has been grappling with numerous challenges over the past decades.

Iran, a country with a rich tapestry of history and culture, and an abundance of natural resources, has been grappling with numerous challenges over the past decades.

 

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.

European Parliament Hosts Roundtable on Iran’s Democratic Struggle

In a significant gathering at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Gianna Gancia, a distinguished Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from Italy, convened a roundtable discussion focused on the pressing issues facing Iran and the enduring struggle of its people for a democratic republic.
In a significant gathering at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Gianna Gancia, a distinguished Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from Italy, convened a roundtable discussion focused on the pressing issues facing Iran and the enduring struggle of its people for a democratic republic.

In a significant gathering at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Gianna Gancia, a distinguished Member of the European Parliament (MEP) from Italy, convened a roundtable discussion focused on the pressing issues facing Iran and the enduring struggle of its people for a democratic republic.

 

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.

Iran’s Proxy Restraint Amidst Escalation: A Complex Dance of Power and Pressure

In a significant turn of events, Tehran has been reportedly urging restraint among its regional proxies, signaling a possible shift in its approach to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
In a significant turn of events, Tehran has been reportedly urging restraint among its regional proxies, signaling a possible shift in its approach to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

In a significant turn of events, Tehran has been reportedly urging restraint among its regional proxies, signaling a possible shift in its approach to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

 

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.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Directs Parliamentary Funding Towards Extremist Propaganda

In a striking revelation by the Ghiam Sarnegouni dissident group, documents sourced from a breach of the parliamentary server have exposed the Iranian regime's intent to funnel substantial state funds into religious and ideological propagation.
In a striking revelation by the Ghiam Sarnegouni dissident group, documents sourced from a breach of the parliamentary server have exposed the Iranian regime's intent to funnel substantial state funds into religious and ideological propagation.

In a striking revelation by the Ghiam Sarnegouni dissident group, documents sourced from a breach of the parliamentary server have exposed the Iranian regime's intent to funnel substantial state funds into religious and ideological propagation.

 

Among the documents, a confidential letter from Mohammadí Golpayegani, head of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s office, to Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, details directives for significant budget increases to various religious institutions and projects, marked for “urgent action.”

Iran’s Judiciary Hands Severe Sentences to Female Dissidents Amid Ongoing Repression

In a recent crackdown on political dissent, the Iranian regime's judiciary has once again underscored its relentless pursuit of silencing opposition voices.
In a recent crackdown on political dissent, the Iranian regime's judiciary has once again underscored its relentless pursuit of silencing opposition voices.

 

Last week, the head of Branch 26 of the Revolutionary Court, infamous for executing tens of thousands of dissidents during the clerical dictatorship, sentenced three women associated with the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) to lengthy prison terms. Forough Taghipour, Marzieh Farsi, and Zahra Safaei received sentences of 15 years, 5 years, and 15 years in prison, respectively, for their support of the PMOI.

Environmental Crisis and Mass Migrations in Iran: A Looming Catastrophe

Since the mullah regime assumed power in Iran, the country has been grappling with a series of crises and regional instability.
Since the mullah regime assumed power in Iran, the country has been grappling with a series of crises and regional instability.

Since the mullah regime assumed power in Iran, the country has been grappling with a series of crises  and regional instability.

 

A significant aspect of these crises is the profound environmental degradation that has unfolded, with dire consequences for Iran’s natural landscapes and its people. Rivers and lakes have dried up, northern forests have faced extensive degradation, and groundwater reservoirs have been alarmingly depleted, leading to land subsidence across various regions. This environmental catastrophe has made certain areas uninhabitable, forcing mass migrations away from the affected regions.

PMOI Resistance Units: It’s time for a revolution

Ahead of the Iranian regime’s sham parliamentary elections, scheduled for next week, regime authorities are going to great lengths to plead with the people to vote and offer the regime a façade of legitimacy.But the Resistance Units.
Ahead of the Iranian regime’s sham parliamentary elections, scheduled for next week, regime authorities are going to great lengths to plead with the people to vote and offer the regime a façade of legitimacy.But the Resistance Units.

Ahead of the Iranian regime’s sham parliamentary elections, scheduled for next week, regime authorities are going to great lengths to plead with the people to vote and offer the regime a façade of legitimacy.But the Resistance Units.

 

The PMOI’s network of activists inside Iran, are reflecting the true voice of the Iranian people with their activities across the country. Their message: It isn’t time for elections, it is time for a revolution.

Unveiling Iran’s Electoral Deception: NCRI Exposes Sham Elections in Washington, D.C

Amidst a press conference held on February 23 in Washington, D.C., the Representative Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) disclosed critical insights into Iran's electoral process.
Amidst a press conference held on February 23 in Washington, D.C., the Representative Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) disclosed critical insights into Iran's electoral process.

Amidst a press conference held on February 23 in Washington, D.C., the Representative Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) disclosed critical insights into Iran's electoral process.

 

Led by Deputy Director Alireza Jafarzadeh, the conference unveiled internal documents indicating a growing inclination among Iranians to boycott the regime’s elections. Notably, the absence of various regime factions during the electoral proceedings was emphasized.

Nahid Khodajoo Jailed to Serve 5 years; Sara Siahpour Fired

Labor activist Nahid Khodajoo was transferred to Evin prison to serve her five-year sentence. Nahid Khodajoo lives in Tehran and is a retired worker.
Labor activist Nahid Khodajoo was transferred to Evin prison to serve her five-year sentence. Nahid Khodajoo lives in Tehran and is a retired worker.

Labor activist Nahid Khodajoo was transferred to Evin prison to serve her five-year sentence. Nahid Khodajoo lives in Tehran and is a retired worker.

 

On Wednesday, February 21, 2024, she was arrested by security forces at the house of one of her friends in Fardis Karaj and taken to Evin Prison in Tehran.