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Summary
This report highlights human rights violations in Iran, focusing on the Azerbaijani Turks, from July to September 2024. During this period, various types of oppression have been noted, including executions, detentions, dismissals from jobs, and forced exiles.
Executions: At least 15 individuals were executed. Despite government claims that these individuals were guilty of significant crimes, organizations like Amnesty International continue to condemn Iran’s use of the death penalty. Sharifeh Mohammadi, a labor activist currently detained at Lakan Prison in Rasht, has been sentenced to capital punishment.
Detentions and Releases: Azerbaijani human rights and civil activists have been repeatedly detained and put on trial, often without access to a fair trial. Some, like Morteza Parvin and others detained in Evin Prison, were subjected to degrading treatment and torture. In total, 15 individuals were detained, with some being temporarily released after the ending proceeding process.
Sentenced to prison: Several activists have been sentenced to imprisonment due to their participation in civil and political activities.
Dismissals from Employment: Activists such as Afshar Moheb Imche were dismissed from their positions due to their support for labor strikes and activism. These dismissals are part of a broader strategy to silence activists through economic pressure.
Exile: Abbas Lesani, an activist, was forcibly exiled to a remote area and relocated to Yazd City
Unlawful Summons of Activists: Human rights activists, including Amir Badri and Fatemeh Gholipour, have been summoned by Iranian authorities, generally through informal and unlawful means such as phone calls.
In total, this report documents the targeting of around 40 individuals, showcasing a wide range of state-led violations aimed at suppressing dissent and stifling activism in Iran. The ongoing repression illustrates the systematic and severe human rights abuses faced by Azerbaijani Turks.
Ban of Birth Certificate: The inability to obtain birth certificates for children, especially among ethnic minorities, poses a significant human rights issue in Iran. A recent case in Tabriz highlights these challenges. After a five-month legal battle, the family of a newborn, Alp Aslan, succeeded in obtaining a court order compelling the Civil Registry Office to issue the birth certificate, underscoring the systemic barriers faced by minority groups.
