Security forces raided editorial rooms of Tehran-based newspapers and publications Bahar, Shargh, Arman, Etemad, and Aseman Weekly, and arrested several journalists who worked there. According to reports, the forces entered offices for the five publications simultaneously and in addition to arresting the journalists, searched and videotaped the premises.
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Reporters Without Borders names Iran as ‘2012 enemy of Internet’
GVF — Media watchdog Reporters Without Borders has once again named Iran in its “2012 list of the Enemies of the Internet.” The list contains states with the most restrictive approaches towards Internet freedom.
When our enemy puts to the sword, we throw the shield
If grief intends to slay us,Saghi (bartender) and I will be united and radicalize it … From Hafiz …
Iran’s Newest Enemy: Water Fights
Don’t let them catch you with a squirt gun…. It appears that water fighting and water guns are becoming sensitive issues in Iran.Earlier this month, a number of young people were arrested in Tehran after taking part in a water fight in public. They were accused of violating Islamic principles and norms.
Iranian Academic Charged As ‘Enemy Of God’ Brands Court Illegal
A former chancellor of Tehran University charged with waging war against God has told the court hearing his case that it is illegal, RFE/RL’s Radio Farda reports.