Lawdan Bazargan
Political activist and human rights advocate
Lawdan Bazargan is an Iranian political and human rights activist. She campaigns for political prisoners.
Political activist and human rights advocate
Lawdan Bazargan is an Iranian political and human rights activist. She campaigns for political prisoners.
On March 8, 1979, tens of thousands of Iranian women took to the streets, demanding the right to choose what to wear on the first International Women’s Day of the post-revolutionary Iran.
The campaigns against advocates of Tehran interests outside Iran is not about stifling debate but ensuring a balanced one, with dissenting voices challenging those more aligned with the Islamic Republic.
The now-viral unveiled performance by singer Parastoo Ahmadi which landed her briefly in jail was not just an artistic endeavor, but a groundbreaking act of defiance of Iran’s new oppressive Hijab law and the theocratic apparatus of control.
Recent explosions of Hezbollah communication devices in Lebanon and Syria have triggered a complex web of reactions among Iranians, whose government is the primary backer of the armed group.
As we mark the 36th anniversary of the 1988 mass execution of political prisoners in Iran, we are confronted with a stark reminder of the ongoing repression that persists in silencing the voices of those who demand justice.
On August 12, 2022, Salman Rushdie, an Indian-born British-American novelist, was viciously attacked as he prepared to speak at the Chautauqua Institution in New York.
Iranian rights activists see Javaid Rehman's 2024 report on the human rights situation in Iran as a monumental victory for justice and a beacon of hope for the Iranian people and advocates worldwide.
Last Friday's presidential election in the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) serves as a stark reminder that the country’s electoral process is neither free nor fair.
As Iran approaches its next presidential election on Friday, the mood among a significant segment of the electorate is one of deep skepticism and disillusionment.
The decision by the Swedish government to return Hamid Nouri, a convicted criminal against humanity, to Iran in exchange for hostages marks a dangerous precedent with far-reaching consequences.
Iran’s censure at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors meeting this week underscored the ongoing tensions surrounding the country's nuclear program.
In recent events at Princeton University, a stark contrast emerged between the peaceful protest by a group of Iranians—who have personally suffered under the brutality of the Islamic ruling system—and a sit-in by some US students.
In assessing the statements of analysts and commentators about Iran’s foreign policy and human rights record, it is essential to be aware of their relationship with the government in Tehran.
In the annals of Russian history, few figures stand as tall as Alexei Navalny. His name has become synonymous with courage, resilience, and unwavering commitment to justice in the face of oppression.
As the Islamic Regime of Iran celebrates its 45th anniversary, it's crucial to reflect on the profound significance of human rights, accountability, and justice.
Iran's football team, tightly controlled by the government, recently secured a spot in the semi-final round of the Asian Nations Cup with a 2-1 victory over the Japanese team.
Defending the rights of the Palestinians should not turn into an anti-Semitic hate crusade, as we have witnessed since the Hamas terror attack on October 7.
November was a good month for democracy-seeking Iranians who have been on the streets since September, chanting "Woman, Life, Liberty," and "Death to Dictator."
Many Iranians believe the football team in Qatar is not their national team, but belongs to a dictatorial regime that is ready to use it for its political goals.
The author, whose brother was executed in Iran in 1988, argues that Russian atrocities in Bucha are not much different from mass killing of prisoners in Iran.
OPINION- While 2022 has just begun, the extent of human rights crimes against political prisoners by the Islamic regime in Iran is highly painful and bloody.
