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Catholic convert whose husband has Parkinson’s sentenced to over 9 years in prison
A Christian convert and former prisoner of conscience has reportedly been sentenced to nearly 10...
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Lawyer who defended Christians arrested again in Shiraz
A lawyer who has defended political prisoners including Iranian Christians has been arrested again...
Amir-Ali Minaei
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Charge:
Establishing a house-church -
Sentence:
3 years & 7 months -
Urgent Concern:
Denied medical care
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Why has Iran named a metro station after the Virgin Mary?
At a time when systemic discrimination against Christians in Iran continues unabated, the opening of a new metro station named after Mary and adorned with Christian symbols stands as a striking contradiction.
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Minorities: From Zarif’s imaginary world to the reality of discrimination in the Islamic Republic
Mohammad Javad Zarif emphasises "positive discrimination" for women and minorities, but it is the Islamic Republic that has been the main source of discrimination and oppression.
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Yasser Akbari
Mehdi Akbari, who is known as Yasser, was given a 10-year prison sentence in October 2020 for “acting against national security by forming a house-church”. He was released from prison in September 2024 after his sentence was reduced to four years and five months.
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Maryam and Reza
For a summary of Maryam and Reza’s story, you can read our feature article here. Conversion Maryam...
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