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Religious minorities in Iran face cultural violence

Education, art, urbanism, and religious discourse weaponized by the state

Written by Fred Petrossian

14 December 2023

Exiled Iranian crown prince awarded US LGBTQ+ award for speaking up for Iran's queer community

Homosexuality is illegal in Iran and can be punished death

Written by Filip Noubel

27 November 2023

Portraits of exile: Iranian ‘soldier of justice’ Sholeh Pakravan

The endless violence of execution must come to an end

Written by Maryam Mirza

20 October 2023

Is there a double standard in how foreign-funded Persian media covers the opposition?

Censorship has led to a divide between state and independent media

Written by Fred Petrossian

19 October 2023

Israel's latest conflict with Hamas: A geopolitical perspective

It is imperative to acknowledge the context that shapes this conflict

Written by Global Voices MENA

11 October 2023

Portraits of exile: Iranian journalist Maryam Mirza

Why I started documenting the stories of Iranian women in exile

Written by Maryam Mirza

4 October 2023

Iran’s women, digital rights and human freedoms

A year after Mahsa Amini's death, Iran intensifies surveillance on women

Written by Guest Contributor

28 September 2023

The six countries invited to join the BRICS club

" ... creating a world that is characterized by fairness, justice, inclusivity, and prosperity'

Written by Africa Feeds, Zita Zage

5 September 2023

Is the exiled Iranian queer community finally getting acceptance in the Iranian diaspora?

The beginning of a cultural renaissance in the heart of the Middle East

Written by Filip Noubel

16 August 2023

State suspected of gas attacks on schoolgirls in Iran

Some fear the regime orchestrated the attacks to punish dissenters

Written by Parasto, Kiarash

12 July 2023

As resistance in Iran continues, the regime strikes back

The shift in Iran's relationship with the West fuels repression

Written by Hamid Yazdan Panah

11 July 2023

The controversial role of Islam in protestors’ executions in Iran

Divergent views within Iran's religious institution on dealing with protestors

Written by Tooba Moshiri

23 June 2023

Unfreedom Monitor Report: Access

An excerpt from Advox research on access

Written by Advox

20 June 2023

‘Manifesting my struggles in my painting’: An interview with Iranian artist Zeynab Movahed

Her paintings open a window to the complexities of life as a woman in Iran

Written by Omid Memarian

18 June 2023

A gay Iranian photographer's journey of survival

The story of Ashkan Shabani, the person behind the lens

Written by Mariam A., Arzu Geybullayeva

16 June 2023

Persecuted Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light minority denied asylum in Europe amidst escalating violence

Minority religious members fear death at home for alleged heresy

Written by Hadil Elkhouly

27 May 2023

Sanctions against violators of women’s rights: A political lens

Western sanctions require a transparent framework, accountability, and thoughtful consideration.

Written by Stephanie Wild

23 May 2023

The plight of Kurdish journalists in their struggle for free expression

Stateless Kurdish journalists face oppression, censorship, and other threats

Written by Tara Aziz

8 May 2023

Reflections from the Iranian diaspora: Rage against the ‘Iran Lobby’ Part 2

Unveiling the Iran Lobby: Evidence of Links with Iranian Regime

Written by Hamid Yazdan Panah

25 April 2023

Azerbaijan-Iran tensions escalate

In a latest move, Azerbaijan expelled four Iranian diplomats

Written by Arzu Geybullayeva

13 April 2023

Undertones: Iran's powerful narratives about religion and rebellion

Delve into Iran's media ecosystems

Written by Civic Media Observatory

21 March 2023

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