ifmat - Iran Arrests over 30 Gay Men in Violent Raid

Iran Arrests over 30 Gay Men in Violent Raid

The Islamic Republic of Iran arrested more than 30 men suspected of being homosexuals at a private party last week in the Esfahan province, the prominent Canadian NGO Iranian Railroad for Queer Refugees reported on Thursday.
ifmat - Iranian Militia Role in Syria

Iranian Militia Role in Syria

Earlier in April he was spotted in the northern countryside of the central Syrian province of Hama, where the forces of President Bashar al-Assad have been battling a surprise rebel offensive and reportedly sustaining high casualties.
ifmat - Political Prisoner On Hunger Strike in Ardabil Prison

Political Prisoner On Hunger Strike in Ardabil Prison

According to the news, the political prisoner, Omar Farhang, went on a hunger strike on April 16th, in Ardabil Prison to protest against the unbearable pressures and the lack of medical care in the prison.
ifmat - Iran shows off newest long-range missiles at Army Day parade

Iran shows off newest long-range missiles at Army Day parade

Iran has showcased its latest locally-developed anti-aircraft missiles together with S-300 air defense systems at an annual Army Day parade. Some of the trucks carrying the weapons were decorated with banners featuring anti-Israeli slogans.
ifmat - Tillerson Iran Leading Sponsor of Terrorism

Tillerson: Iran Leading Sponsor of Terrorism

Iran is sticking to the terms of its nuclear deal made with the Obama administration, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has concluded, but he questions whether sanctions should keep being lifted, given Iran's continued support for terrorism.