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Researcher freed from Iran urges release of other prisoners

Al-Arabia – A Princeton University scholar who was freed from Iran this month after three years in captivity said Monday that his release “is a victory of humanity and diplomacy across nations and political differences.” Xiyue Wang and his wife, Hua Qu, said in a statement to The Associated Press that the family is doing well and overjoyed by the …

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Free detained protesters in Iran

Amnesty – As part of a violent and deadly crackdown, Iran’s authorities have been arbitrarily arresting thousands of protesters who are now at risk of torture and other ill-treatment. Act now and call for those arbitrarily arrested to be released. In November 2019, nationwide protests were sparked in Iran after the government announced a huge rise in petrol prices. Security …

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Iran: Thousands arbitrarily detained and at risk of torture in chilling post-protest crackdown

 Amnesty – Thousands arrested including children as young as 15 Detainees subjected to enforced disappearance and torture At least 304 people killed in protests according to credible sources Iran’s authorities are carrying out a vicious crackdown following the outbreak of nationwide protests on 15 November, arresting thousands of protesters as well as journalists, human rights defenders and students to stop …

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Death toll of Iran protests rises to 1,500; names of 532 slain protesters

Iran-HRM – According to the latest reports at least 1,500 protesters have been killed during a three-day crackdown against November Iran protests in different provinces. At least 400 have been killed in Tehran, 320 in Kermanshah, 270 in Fars, 240 in Khuzestan, 120 in Isfahan, and 100 in Alborz (Karaj). According to eyewitnesses, hundreds of bodies were taken to Namazi hospital …

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Iranian officials admit killing protesters in November Iran protests

Iran-HRM – As more information is trickling out every day about the slaughter of defenseless people in Iran during the November 2019 protests, undeniable evidence sheds light on the crimes committed against humanity. Iranian officials are gradually acknowledging the crimes security forces have committed. On December 11, 2019, Amir Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi, member of the Iranian regime’s parliament, confirmed the …

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