Human Rights 2020-01-13 'Death to the dictator': angry protesters in Iran demand end to the regime Videos posted on social media showed thousands of demonstrators calling for the Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and top military leaders to step down. 2019-12-17 Thousands of Iranians face torture, execution in post-protest crackdown At least 7,000 people have reportedly been arrested in Iran, and interviews and evidence show that many face dire circumstances. 2019-10-08 Torture of Afghan teenager in Iran draws anger, condemnation The incident follows other violent acts committed against Afghan refugees in Iran, including barring Afghans from attending religious events because they are 'sick are filthy'. 2018-12-12 Civilians say Taliban use of human shields shows weakness, cruelty The Taliban take shelter in civilian homes in an attempt to protect themselves from Afghan and international forces, officials and residents say. 2018-11-06 Using drought as excuse, Taliban seek 'humanitarian' aid Asking foreign humanitarian and aid organisations to help support Afghanistan's drought-affected areas is a money-making ploy for the Taliban. 2018-10-10 Awaaz Afghanistan toll-free hotline offers information, assistance in 1 call Afghans can dial 410 to report humanitarian emergencies, seek assistance or receive critical information on conflict or on natural disasters. 2018-01-24 Save the Children suspends operations in Afghanistan after ISIS storms Jalalabad office The attackers killed at least three people and injured 24 before Afghan security forces ended the assault. 2018-01-18 Afghan Syria war recruits face broken promises in poverty-stricken Iran Unable to provide for its own citizens, the Iranian regime is likely to increase abuse of Afghans living in the country, observers warn. 2017-12-20 Iran subjects Afghan children to hard labour, beatings before deportation Between September and October this year, Iran deported 1,316 Afghan children, subjecting them to abuse contrary to international laws and conventions. 2017-10-13 Afghanistan slams Iran for recruiting children to fight in Syria Evidence suggests Iran is sending Afghan refugees as young as 14 to the frontline. 1 | 2 | Next
