This week, the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) released a report detailing the United States’ history regarding sanctioning Iranian officials known to be involved in severe restrictions and violations of human rights and religious freedom.
Middle East Concern has recently released an article explaining the situation of four Iranian Christian converts who have recently attended their hearing on May 14th in regards to the charges raised against them for participating in “house church membership.” The group of four, including Ramin Hassanpour, Kathrin Sajadpour, Moslem Rahimi, and another who wishes to …
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Background: Iran remains one of USCIRF’s recommendations for the designation as a Country of Particular Concern in regards to international religious freedom. As an Islamic nation, religious minorities such as Baha’is and Christians are routinely detained for apostasy, blasphemy, and evangelism. According to USCIRF, “Iran harasses, fines, and arrests those who dissent from its interpretation …
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