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international-politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"US Lawmakers Urge Sanctions on Iran Over Rapper's Death Sentence"

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has introduced the TOOMAJ Act, aiming to sanction Iranian officials involved in the prosecution and death sentence of rapper Toomaj Salehi, who criticized the Iranian regime through his music. The bill seeks to hold Iran accountable for human rights violations and support peaceful protesters. Salehi's sentencing follows his participation in protests over the death of Mahsa Amini and his outspoken criticism of the Islamic Republic.

via The Associated Press|

#human-rights #international-politics #iran

human-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Escapes Death Penalty, Receives Six-Year Prison Sentence

Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi, who was arrested for supporting the protest movement in Iran, has been sentenced to six years and three months in prison. Salehi was previously charged with crimes punishable by death but was acquitted of insulting the Supreme Leader and cooperation with hostile governments. He will be banned from leaving the country for two years and from engaging in any music-related activities. Salehi had expressed support for nationwide protests and called for unity among Iranians of different ethnic backgrounds in his songs.

via CNN|

#dissent #human-rights #iranian-rapper

human-rights2 years ago•1 min saved

Iranian Rapper Toomaj Salehi Faces Jail Time for Protesting Government

Iranian rapper Toomaj Salehi has been sentenced to six years and three months in prison for his support of anti-government protests. Salehi, who was found guilty of "corruption on Earth," was spared execution but has been subjected to months of solitary confinement. His lawyer stated that he was cleared of insulting the Supreme Leader and communicating with hostile governments. Salehi's arrest came after protests erupted over the death of Mahsa Amini, who was arrested for wearing an "improper" hijab. Human rights activists have criticized the violent crackdown by Iranian security forces, which has resulted in numerous deaths, arrests, and executions.

via BBC|

#anti-government-protests #corruption-on-earth #human-rights