Articles tagged with #Iran
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She Filmed Iran’s Violent Crackdown on Protesters. Now She Is Afraid to Go Outside
The Iranian government's violent crackdown on protesters has been extensively documented by a young woman who has been brave enough to share her footage with the world. However, after her identity was revealed, she is now living in fear, afraid to go outside for fear of retribution. The Footage That...
‘it’s Collective Punishment’: Iran Exacts Heavy Price on Protest Supporters
The Iranian government's crackdown on protesters has taken a deadly turn, with reports emerging of dozens of people killed and hundreds more arrested. The protests, which began in September 2022, were sparked by a range of issues including economic hardship, corruption, and repression. However, the ...
U.s., Iran Agree to Discuss Nuclear Issues Friday in Oman
The agreement was announced on Thursday by a senior U.S. official, who stated that the talks would be held in Muscat, Oman, and would be attended by high-ranking officials from both countries. The official emphasized that the discussions would be focused on Iran's nuclear program and the lifting of ...
Iran’s Killing of Protesters Reached Level Rarely Seen, Emergent Count Shows
The situation in Iran has taken a dark turn in recent weeks, with reports emerging of a significant increase in the number of protesters killed by the country's authorities. A recent count by The Washington Post has highlighted the alarming levels of violence being used to suppress dissent, with a t...
Un Rights Body Condemns Iran's Brutal Repression of Protests
The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has delivered a scathing verdict on Iran's government, condemning its brutal suppression of widespread protests that have shaken the country in recent months. Global Condemnation of Iran's Human Rights Record The UNHRC's statement, adopted by a majorit...
In Iran, Streets Full of Soldiers and Warnings from Loudspeakers
The situation in Iran has taken a concerning turn, with an influx of soldiers and police officers seen on the streets. Eyewitness accounts describe a visible escalation of military presence, with some areas reportedly witnessing multiple checkpoints and security cordons. The government's motives beh...
Why Iran's Regime, Facing Internal and External Threats, Has No Clear Leader in Waiting
The Islamic Republic of Iran has been grappling with a leadership crisis for years, with the country's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, facing mounting pressure from both internal and external forces. The Power Struggle Within The regime's internal power struggle has been fueled by the factio...
Iran's Supreme Leader Acknowledges Thousands Killed During Recent Protests
The statement was made by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who for the first time publicly acknowledged the scale of the violence. The protests, which began in September, have seen widespread clashes between security forces and protesters. The government has been accused of using excessive for...
There's an Internet Blackout in Iran. How Are Videos and Images Getting Out?
The Iranian government's decision to impose a nationwide internet blackout has sparked widespread criticism, with many accusing authorities of attempting to suppress the flow of information. Iranians have taken to social media platforms, despite the restrictions, to share videos and images of protes...