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Maryam Akbari’s continued detention highlights brutality of Iranian regime

The mullah-led regime in Iran is intensifying its efforts to prolong the incarceration of political prisoner Maryam Akbari Monfared, despite her nearing the completion of an already lengthy 15-year sentence.
The mullah-led regime in Iran is intensifying its efforts to prolong the incarceration of political prisoner Maryam Akbari Monfared, despite her nearing the completion of an already lengthy 15-year sentence.

 

Originally condemned to a 15-year prison term for her alleged association with the People’s Mojahedin of Iran (PMOI/MEK) by the notorious judge Abolqasem Salavati, her sentence was unexpectedly extended by two more years. This extension came alongside a fine of 150 million rials, levied by Branch 101 of the Semnan Criminal Court in a ruling in absentia.

Four decades of impunity: The 1988 massacre and international call for justice

Esteemed international judges, lawyers, and political figures from around the world, including Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, president-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), converged to address the 1988 massacre.
Esteemed international judges, lawyers, and political figures from around the world, including Mrs. Maryam Rajavi, president-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), converged to address the 1988 massacre.

 

It stands as the most significant organized crime against humanity post World War II. Professor Chile Eboe-Osuji, former president of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, encapsulated the global concern by saying, “The 1988 massacre… amounts to the crime of at least enforced disappearance.” Professor Leila Nadia Sadat, Special Adviser to the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, labeled the massacre as “one of the worst instances of crimes against humanity.”

 

Iran’s ongoing struggle: A year after the uprising, tensions mount

On September 16, 2022, the death of Mahsa (Jina) Amini, a young Kurdish woman, became a flashpoint in a nation already on edge.
On September 16, 2022, the death of Mahsa (Jina) Amini, a young Kurdish woman, became a flashpoint in a nation already on edge.

 

The 22-year-old’s tragic fate, a result of the regime’s increased morality patrols, sparked a fiery revolt across Iran. In the ensuing chaos, state properties were destroyed, clerics were targeted, and security forces faced stiff resistance. A year later, as the anniversary of these events looms, Iran remains a powder keg, with both the people and the regime preparing for another confrontation.

Protests erupt in Sistan and Baluchestan over arrest of religious figure

Sistan and Baluchestan, a province known for its vocal opposition to authoritarian rule, once again echoed with calls for justice and freedom on Friday.
Sistan and Baluchestan, a province known for its vocal opposition to authoritarian rule, once again echoed with calls for justice and freedom on Friday.

 

This time, it was in reaction to the regime’s latest move – the arrest of Molavi Fathi Mohammad Naghshbandi, a revered religious figure.

Iran’s escalating brain drain crisis: The regime’s ‘purification’ project under scrutiny

In recent days, Iran’s burgeoning “brain drain” crisis – a massive outflow of its most talented citizens – has gained significant attention in the country's media.
In recent days, Iran’s burgeoning “brain drain” crisis – a massive outflow of its most talented citizens – has gained significant attention in the country's media.

In recent days, Iran’s burgeoning “brain drain” crisis – a massive outflow of its most talented citizens – has gained significant attention in the country's media.

 

Dubbed the “tsunami of immigration,” this crisis is now echoing loudly in many of the regime’s own publications.

International conference highlights unpunished atrocities in Iran

At a recent international conference held at the headquarters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) near Paris, prominent speakers highlighted the unspeakable tragedy of the 1988 massacre of political prisoners in Iran.
At a recent international conference held at the headquarters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) near Paris, prominent speakers highlighted the unspeakable tragedy of the 1988 massacre of political prisoners in Iran.
At a recent international conference held at the headquarters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI) near Paris, prominent speakers highlighted the unspeakable tragedy of the 1988 massacre of political prisoners in Iran.

Among the luminaries present was Rt. Hon. David Jones, MP and former UK Secretary of State for Wales, shone a spotlight on Tehran’s intense hostility towards the People’s Mujahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI).

Former Vice President of European Parliament sheds light on Iran’s opaque regime actions

Dr. Alejo Vidal Quadras, President of the In Search of Justice Committee and former Vice President of the European Parliament
Dr. Alejo Vidal Quadras, President of the In Search of Justice Committee and former Vice President of the European Parliament
Dr. Alejo Vidal Quadras

Prof. Alejo Vidal Quadras, who served as the Vice President of the European Parliament from 1999 to 2014 and currently presides over the In Search of Justice Committee, delivered a compelling speech on August 21.This took place at a conference held at the headquarters of the National Council of Resistance of Iran.

Iran’s oil diplomacy with China: Economic survival or strategic move?

Officials from Iran's Ministry of Oil have made an assertive claim: that they've accomplished oil sales equivalent to those before the imposition of U.S. sanctions, with all payments made in cash.
Officials from Iran's Ministry of Oil have made an assertive claim: that they've accomplished oil sales equivalent to those before the imposition of U.S. sanctions, with all payments made in cash.

 

These assertions come to light as a Bloomberg report indicates that Iran’s oil exports have spiked, achieving an average of 2.2 million barrels daily in the early August period. The key player behind this surge? China, the main buyer of Iran’s oil, while most nations respect the sanctions against Iran.

Families of Iran uprising victims face renewed oppression: Nasrin Alizadeh detained

On August 23, 2023, Nasrin Alizadeh, sister of slain uprising victim Shirin Alizadeh, was arrested by security forces in Isfahan.
On August 23, 2023, Nasrin Alizadeh, sister of slain uprising victim Shirin Alizadeh, was arrested by security forces in Isfahan.

On August 23, 2023, Nasrin Alizadeh, sister of slain uprising victim Shirin Alizadeh, was arrested by security forces in Isfahan.

 

Nasrin arrest comes amidst a disturbing trend of detaining relatives of those who perished in last year’s Iran uprising. Her whereabouts remain undisclosed, and the reasons for her arrest are unknown. This event marks yet another attempt by the Iranian regime to suppress the memories of the uprising and the voices that echo its aftermath.

Paris conference sheds light on Iranian massacre and calls for justice

Esteemed international judges, jurists, and human rights advocates convened in Paris on August 21, 2023, to mark the 35th anniversary of the 1988 massacre in Iran, during which 30,000 political prisoners met their tragic fate.
Esteemed international judges, jurists, and human rights advocates convened in Paris on August 21, 2023, to mark the 35th anniversary of the 1988 massacre in Iran, during which 30,000 political prisoners met their tragic fate.
Esteemed international judges, jurists, and human rights advocates convened in Paris on August 21, 2023, to mark the 35th anniversary of the 1988 massacre in Iran, during which 30,000 political prisoners met their tragic fate.

The conference, titled “Four Decades of Crime against Humanity and Impunity from Punishment,” drew attention to the unchecked crimes of the Iranian regime.