Iran: Narges Mohammadi Temporarily Released From Evin Prison Amid Urgent Medical Condition
We reiterate our call to drop all charges against her and join the #FreeNarges to call again for her full release.
Iran: WPF Vehemently Condemns Court's Upholding of Death Sentence for Kurdish Journalist Pakhshan Aziz
Supreme Court upholds the death sentence of Kurdish journalist Pakhshan Azizi, reinforcing the regime's brutal crackdown on dissent.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns Sexual Assault of Unjustly Imprisoned Journalist Vida Rabbani by Evin Prison Officers
Women Press Freedom unequivocally condemns the sexual assault of journalist Vida Rabbani, who is unjustly imprisoned.
United States: New Assassination Plot Against Iranian-American Journalist Masih Alinejad Exposed Amid Ongoing Threats
Mere weeks after sharing her harrowing experiences of being targeted at Women Press Freedom's Transnational Repression Roundtable in Ottawa, Canada, the disturbing details of yet another plot against Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad have come to light.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns Murder of Mansoureh Ghadiri Javid by Her Husband
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the horrific violation of rights represented by the tragic murder of Iranian journalist Mansoureh Ghadiri Javid.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns the Denial of Critical Medical Care to Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi for Cancer Diagnosis Confirmation
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the egregious violation of human rights faced by imprisoned journalist and Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi.
Iran: Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Admitted to Hospital Following Nearly Nine Weeks of Medical Care Denial
Women Press Freedom welcomes the essential hospitalization of Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi following nearly nine weeks of denied medical care. This critical step highlights the power of collective action and the unwavering commitment of advocates fighting for justice and human rights.
United States: IRCG Senior Official Charged by American Authorities for Plotting to Kill Iranian Journalist Masih Alinejad
We commend the US justice system for acknowledging the grave risks faced by women journalists like Masih and reaffirm the urgent need to protect human rights and hold oppressive regimes accountable.
Iran: Jina Modares-Gorji Ordered to Prison Amid Continued Legal Harassment by Iranian Regime
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the continued harassment and unjust treatment of journalist and women’s rights activist Jina Modares-Gorji. The recent order for her to report to Sanandaj Prison, following a notice from the Sanandaj Criminal Enforcement Court, is a blatant violation of her rights and a troubling example of the ongoing suppression of freedom of expression and dissent.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Denounces Additional 6-Month Sentences for Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi and Pakhshan Azizi
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the recent imposition of additional six-month prison sentences on Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi and Pakhshan Azizi for their courageous protest against the execution of Reza Rasaei in August. This punitive action exemplifies the Iranian regime's relentless crackdown on dissent and its systematic efforts to suppress free expression.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Opposes Court's Decision to Sustain 5-Year Sentences for Niloofar Hamedi and Elahe Mohammadi
Women Press Freedom strongly condemns the recent court decision to impose five-year prison sentences on journalists Niloofar Hamedi and Elahe Mohammadi.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns the Summoning of Niloofar Hamedi and Elahe Mohammadi to Begin Their Prison Sentences
Women Press Freedom condemns the alarming violation of press freedom represented by the summoning of journalists Niloofar Hamedi and Elahe Mohammadi to begin their five-year prison sentences in the Islamic Republic. The recent announcement by Asghar Jahangir, spokesperson for Iran's judiciary, regarding their sentences—one year for propaganda against the state and five years for assembly and collusion against national security—highlights the ongoing repression of independent journalism in Iran.
Iran: Pakhshan Azizi’s Health Deteriorates in Prison: WPF Condemns Abuse of Women Prisoners
Azizi hospitalized after being repeatedly denied medical care
Iran: Women Press Freedom Condemns Intimidation of Maryam Shabani by Iran's Supreme Court Chief
Women Press Freedom expresses solidarity with Maryam Shabani, who faced threats and intimidation from Mohammad Jafar Montazeri, the Head of Iran's Supreme Court, at President Pezeshkian's press conference.
Iran: Women Press Freedom Urges Medical Care and Release for Sarunaz Ahmad Amidst Strike Over Healthcare Denial
Women Press Freedom expresses solidarity with Sarunaz Ahmad, who has initiated a strike at Evin Prison to protest the denial of a medical examination.