Home ••• Newswires by Industry • Countries • U.S. States • World Media Directory

Human Rights News ••• Topics • Countries • U.S. States

Iran Human Rights News ••• Topics • Iran Media Directory

Iran Human Rights Newswire

Get by Email • RSS

Published on Jan 7, 2025

Turkey Threatens Military Operation Against Syrian Kurdish Fighters

Turkey threatened Tuesday to launch a military operation against Kurdish forces in Syria unless they accepted Ankara's conditions for a "bloodless" transition after the fall of strongman president Bashar al-Assad. "We will do what's …

Source: International Business Times - Label Pending
Published on Jan 3, 2025

'I got death threats fighting for freedom in Iran - now the Home Office want to send me back'

A Kurdish woman living in Birmingham has accused the UK government of trying to force her to return to a country where her ‘life would be in danger’. Narmin Vatankhah fled Iran in 2022 after allegedly receiving ‘death threats’ for taking part in anti- …

Source: Birmingham Live - Neutral
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Italy summons Iran's ambassador to demand release of journalist Cecilia Sala

ROME — Italy has summoned Iran’s ambassador to demand the immediate release of an Italian journalist who was detained in Tehran in December, as the government and opposition ramp up public pressure on the politically sensitive case. Cecilia Sala, a …

Source: Saudi Gazette - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Italy summons Iran's ambassador over journalist Cecilia Sala's arrest

Complicating matters are indications that Sala's fate has become intertwined with that of an Iranian man who was detained in Italy on 16 December, just three days before her arrest in Tehran. Italy has summoned Iran’s ambassador to demand the immediate …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Jan 3, 2025

'He negotiated and got us released': Iowan held hostage in Iran recalls Carter's efforts of rescue

In November 1979, Kathryn Koob of eastern Iowa and 51 other Americans were taken captive by militant Iranian students. They were held hostage for 444 days. When Koob heard that former President Jimmy Carter had died, she was overwhelmed with gratitude for …

Source: KCCI 8 - Iowa - Neutral
Published on Jan 7, 2025

US diverting military funds from Egypt to Lebanon, report claims

The White House is to send $95m to Lebanon, citing regional security, while eyeing human rights concerns in Egypt, Reuters reports. The United States plans to divert to Lebanon $95m in military aid that was originally allocated to Egypt, according to an …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 7, 2025

Daglo, feared Darfuri general accused by US of genocide

Sudanese paramilitary commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo, who has been sanctioned by the United States for genocide, went from feared Darfur militia commander to de facto vice-president before unleashing a devastating war for power. Daglo's Rapid Support …

Source: The Penn - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on Jan 7, 2025

Jimmy Carter (1924–2024)

Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, left, U.S. President Jimmy Carter, center, and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, right, at Camp David in September 1978. Courtesy of wikicommons/U.S. govt. archives. For much of the pro-Israel community, former …

Source: Washington Jewish Week - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 3, 2025

Italy summons Iranian envoy, demands release of journalist

Italy’s foreign ministry summoned the Iranian ambassador on Thursday to demand the immediate release of reporter Cecilia Sala, who was detained in Tehran on 19 December while working under a regular journalist visa, Reuters has reported. The ministry said …

Source: Middle East Monitor - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 2, 2025

Italy demands release of journalist detained in Iran

Italy’s foreign ministry on Thursday summoned the Iranian ambassador to demand the immediate release of journalist Cecilia Sala, who was arrested in Tehran on December 19 while working with a regular journalistic visa. The ministry expressed “serious …

Source: Punch - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 7, 2025

SIUC political experts: History will treat Jimmy Carter ‘kindly’

Then-Democratic presidential candidate Jimmy Carter meets supporters during a campaign stop at SIU Carbondale on Oct. 26, 1976, just one week before the election. Carter spoke with supporters in the free forum area near the Student Center, with many …

Source: Illinois Business Journal - Neutral
Published on Jan 7, 2025

US pauses select restrictions on Syria, offering hope on Western sanctions

The United States has announced it is easing select restrictions on Syria’s transitional government. The US Treasury late on Monday issued a general licence, lasting six months, that authorises certain transactions with the Syrian government, including …

Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 7, 2025

AP News: Jimmy Carter on his way back to Washington, where he remained an outsider

A mourner carries a picture of former President Jimmy Carter as she stands near his casket as he lies in repose at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum in Atlanta, Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. Carter died Dec. 29 at the age of 100. (Joe Raedle/ …

Source: EdGlenToday - Illinois - Label Pending
Published on Jan 7, 2025

Opinion: ‘EU expects assurances from Armenia that Georgia failed to provide’

EU demands assurances from Armenia The Armenian Parliament is set to discuss a proposal to hold a referendum on joining the EU. This initiative was put forward by four non-parliamentary groups, who organized a signature collection campaign. The proposal …

Source: JAMnews - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 7, 2025

Georgia’s LGBTQ+ community under threat: The end of the Caucasus’ capital of freedom

The murder of Kesaria Abramidze was a devastating blow to Georgia’s LGBTQ+ community. On September 18, the transgender model and presenter was stabbed multiple times. Neighbors discovered her lifeless body in a pool of blood. The confessed perpetrator, her …

Source: El País - Center-left
Published on Jan 6, 2025

FG Saves 3 Nigerian Women From the Hangman in Saudi Arabia

January 06, (THEWILL) – Following intense diplomatic and legal engagements with Saudi Arabia for almost a year, the Federal Government at the weekend secured freedom for 3 women who were detained over alleged complicity in trafficking narcotics into the …

Source: The Will - Neutral
Published on Jan 7, 2025

WATCH LIVE: President Carter's funeral procession to DC

ATLANTA — After lying in repose since Saturday evening, former President Jimmy Carter has departed The Carter Center in Atlanta one last time. A ceremony is set for 12:10 p.m., prior to Carter's departure from Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, …

Source: WFMZ - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on Jan 7, 2025

President Jimmy Carter arrives in DC for official state funeral

President Jimmy Carter arrives in DC for state funeral Services in D.C. honoring the life of former President Jimmy Carter are underway. President Carter’s remains, which have been in repose at the Carter Presidential Center in Georgia since Saturday, …

Source: FOX 10 Phoenix - Arizona - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 7, 2025

Odhikar for justice of killings Bangladeshis in border

Odhikar for justice of killings Bangladeshis in border DHAKA, Jan 7, 2025 (BSS) - President of the human rights organization Odhikar Dr. C R Abrar today demanded immediate justice to all incidents of killings and repressions of Bangladeshi people …

Source: Bangladesh Sangsbad Sangstha - Label Pending

05 days 02:56:37

Featured Releases

Got News to Share? · Submit · See All

Published on January 7, 2025 - 19:46 GMT

Tinuiti Earns Top Marks in Human Rights Campaign’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

Nation’s Foremost Benchmarking Survey Recognizes Tinuiti’s Commitment to LGBTQ+ Community and Workplace Equality NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tinuiti, the largest independent full-funnel marketing …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Newfront Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

San Francisco, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Newfront, the tech-driven insurance brokerage firm based in San Francisco, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 7, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Again Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate ...

EAGAN, Minn., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the fifth consecutive year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) has received a top score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI is …

Distribution channels:
Published on January 7, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Symbotic Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

WILMINGTON, Mass., Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Symbotic Inc. (Nasdaq: SYM), a leader in A.I.-enabled robotics technology for the supply chain, today announced that it has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 …

Distribution channels:

Published on January 7, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Rapid7 Earns Equality 100 Award in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

BOSTON, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rapid7, Inc., (NASDAQ: RPD), a leader in extended risk and threat detection, has received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s (HRCF) 2025 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost …

Distribution channels:
Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Asia-Pacific Naval Officers engage in dialogue on naval warfare

The symposium featured presentations, case studies, and group exercises designed to address the complexities of naval warfare. Key themes included the application of IHL or LOAC in naval operations, the distinction between maritime law enforcement and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

75 years of the Geneva Conventions: States’ obligation to reduce suffering, in compliance with international ...

The Geneva Conventions were adopted on 12 August 1949 and are now universally ratified, representing a universal acknowledgement that war needs rules to limit its devastating impact on humanity. The Geneva Conventions are at the core of international …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Türkiye: ICRC President concludes first official visit to Türkiye

Her trip to Türkiye, which immediately followed visits to both Lebanon and Syria, was an opportunity to meet with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Turkish Red Crescent (Kizilay) to discuss ways to expand and strengthen cooperation around promoting …

Distribution channels: Human Rights

Got news to share? Submit it now.

Load more human rights news or search news using your own keywords. There are 775,337,798 articles in our news database.

Online News Monitoring Made Simple

Established in 1995, EIN Newsdesk helps millions of users track breaking news across thousands of trusted websites. Users may set up custom email newsletters and RSS feeds or search among thousands of preset news sections. As a member, you may also submit your own news using the EIN Presswire distribution service. Membership is free and we do not sell or lease any information about you. Press release distribution, dedicated APIs, and custom services generate the revenue that allow us to offer you free basic access.

News by Country & by Industry

Worldwide News Coverage

Track news across more than 5,000 sources by country or industry or search our real-time news index.

Human Rights News by Country

Human Rights News by U.S. State

Human Rights News Topics

Online News Publications

World News Report

News Alerts & News Feeds

Custom News Monitoring

News page results can be outputted as RSS or received daily by email. You may also use our NewsPlugin for WordPress.

Create Email Newsletter

Create RSS Feed

NewsPlugin for WordPress

Submit News

PR Distribution Service

Our EIN Presswire's distribution footprint reaches millions. You can upload news which is re-published through EIN Newsdesk, fed into Twitter and Facebook, and onto partner sites, Google News, Bing News, etc.

EIN Presswire

Events

World Media Directory

News Media Guide

This is a listing of the world’s TV stations, radio stations, newspapers, and blogs. Last update: 12/19/2024

World Media Directory

Human Rights Press Releases

Got News to Share? · Submit · See All

Published on January 8, 2025 - 19:53 GMT

Kerry Martin Empowers Women Through Self-Care in #1 International Best-Selling Book, The Call Within

Kerry Martin shares her transformative journey of healing and empowerment, inspiring women to reclaim their health and purpose in The Call Within. WOODBURY, CT, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Life Changing Energy proudly …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on January 8, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Sewa Diwali Food Drive 2024: Continuing a Legacy of Service and Togetherness

Over 717,000 pounds of non-perishable food items were collected and distributed by 247 Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, and Sikh temples, schools, & organizations. ROCKAWAY, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sewa Diwali Food …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on January 8, 2025 - 14:41 GMT

Newsmatics Inc. Closes X Account, Embraces Bluesky for Enhanced Engagement

In a Shift Towards Decentralized Media, Newsmatics Reinforces Its Commitment to Transparency and Innovation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics Inc., a leading news technology company, today announced …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on January 8, 2025 - 11:45 GMT

Lack of Financial Knowledge Costs Americans Money – Over $1,015 on Average in 2024, Survey Shows

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s no secret that the world of personal finance is changing rapidly, or that people all around the world lack adequate skill sets to navigate this increasingly complex …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Türkiye: ICRC President concludes first official visit to Türkiye

Her trip to Türkiye, which immediately followed visits to both Lebanon and Syria, was an opportunity to meet with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Turkish Red Crescent (Kizilay) to discuss ways to expand and strengthen cooperation around promoting …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Asia-Pacific Naval Officers engage in dialogue on naval warfare

The symposium featured presentations, case studies, and group exercises designed to address the complexities of naval warfare. Key themes included the application of IHL or LOAC in naval operations, the distinction between maritime law enforcement and …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 8, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

75 years of the Geneva Conventions: States’ obligation to reduce suffering, in compliance with international ...

The Geneva Conventions were adopted on 12 August 1949 and are now universally ratified, representing a universal acknowledgement that war needs rules to limit its devastating impact on humanity. The Geneva Conventions are at the core of international …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 7, 2025 - 21:18 GMT

Rick & Lisa Mantei Spread Holiday Cheer To Those In Need

Rick and Lisa Mantei celebrated Christmas by giving $20 bills and hugs to homeless individuals, embodying their commitment to community and veterans' outreach. COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Christmas …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Gifts, Games & Hobbies ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 21:07 GMT

IDDeal Place & Wayne Carini, Master Car Restorer, at Supercar Week’s Grand Finale in W Palm Beach–Elegance Palm Beaches

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The IDDeal Place, Palm Beach County’s First Independent Housing Community for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD), to be Featured at this …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 20:54 GMT

Midwest Book Review - Author Charles Paul Collins' The Remembering is "a powerful work of historical fiction"

Perhaps there's no better time for the immigrant experience to spring to life than now. OREGON, WI, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Established in 1976, the Midwest Book Review has released a glowing review of Charles …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 20:30 GMT

Stillwater Wellness Highlights Science-Backed Approach to Addiction Recovery and Mental Well-being

Expanded Residential Mental Health Treatment Services, providing personalized, evidence-based care for conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and others. LAKE FOREST, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Still Water …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Emergency Services ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 19:57 GMT

The Sisters of the Valley Celebrate Their 10th Anniversary with an 'Anti-Shadow Banning' Call to Action

Give the Gift of Activism MERCED, CA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sisters of the Valley proudly celebrate a big milestone this week - their tenth anniversary of their humble beginnings. Yesterday was exactly ten …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 19:46 GMT

Tinuiti Earns Top Marks in Human Rights Campaign’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index

Nation’s Foremost Benchmarking Survey Recognizes Tinuiti’s Commitment to LGBTQ+ Community and Workplace Equality NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tinuiti, the largest independent full-funnel marketing …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Fellowship Warriors Celebrate Dr. M L King Day and Black History Month by Providing Black Success Books to At-risk Kids

Donated will be “STEM Pioneers and Visionaries: A Compendium of African American Innovators and Inventors in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics” ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In coordination …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Book Publishing Industry ...
Published on January 7, 2025 - 16:53 GMT

ROBERT & FRIENDS HOLIDAY EVENT RAISES OVER $200,000 FOR FOSTER CHILDREN IN PALM BEACH COUNTY

A Community Coming Together to Create Magic, Deliver Joy, and Make a Lasting Impact TEQUESTA, FL, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Robert & Friends Holiday Event, a cherished tradition that brings joy, gifts, and …

Distribution channels: Companies, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on January 8, 2025 - 04:15 GMT

Israel’s forced displacement orders in Lebanon may constitute grave breaches of International Humanitarian Law, say aid ...

Out of the 3334 air strikes Israel conducted from Sept 23 to Oct 31st, only 117 (3.5 per cent) area specific forced displacements orders were issued. On average, the orders were sent with only 15-45 minutes warning before a strike, with the majority …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 8, 2025 - 04:15 GMT

Famine confirmed in five areas in Sudan - Oxfam reaction

Oxfam's reaction to the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification of famine in five areas in Sudan: “We are deeply alarmed by the confirmation of famine in five areas of Sudan. This is one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises that remains …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

V. Kumar's Groundbreaking Contributions to Marketing Honored in 'Legend in Marketing' Series

Relaunching V. Kumar’s groundbreaking marketing research in the Legend in Marketing series, celebrating timeless insights in CRM, data-driven strategies and CLV BROOMFIELD, CO, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vibrant …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on January 8, 2025 - 03:49 GMT

China: “Dialogues On Humanity” exhibition opens in Beijing- a visual journey through crisis, compassion and hope

On January 7, 2025, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), Photo Elysée, museum for photography in Lausanne, and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) jointly inaugurated the “Dialogues On Humanity” contemporary art …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on January 7, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

New Techniques for Accessible PDF

The PDF Association's new Techniques will help software developers, authors, and remediators to create PDF files that meet the needs of users with disabilities. WINCHESTER, MA, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the …

Distribution channels: Education, Human Rights ...