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  NIAC Human Rights Tracker · [email protected]
March 5, 2025 at 9:59 PM

The Brutal Lashing of Mehdi Yarrahi: A Grave Violation of Human Rights

NIAC's Human Rights Tracker Our latest Human Rights Tracker in IranJohn, the latest Human Rights Tracker update from NIAC is here.   Click here to view this update in your browser. The Brutal Lashing of Mehdi Yarrahi: A Grave Violation of Human Rights برای خواندن …
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
February 28, 2025 at 9:30 PM

Cultural Repression in Iran, Growing Calls Against the Death Penalty, Lavrov’s Tehran Visit, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Jamal Abdi · [email protected]
February 26, 2025 at 7:46 PM

Rising Risks: Iran’s Nuclear Stockpile Grows

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Each year we send out our membership survey to ask all active volunteers and donors to help decide our priorities. Dear John,  A new report from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has revealed that Iran’s growing stockp…
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
February 21, 2025 at 9:31 PM

Qatari Emir Visits Tehran, Waltz Warns of U.S. Determination, Pezeshkian Says “We Decide Our Future”, Renowned Musicians Boycott Fajr Festival Over Censorship, Iran’s Execution Spike, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  NIAC Human Rights Tracker · [email protected]
February 19, 2025 at 9:22 PM

Trump’s Return to the White House and the Crisis Facing Iranian Refugees in Turkey

NIAC's Human Rights Tracker Our latest Human Rights Tracker in IranJohn, the latest Human Rights Tracker update from NIAC is here.   Click here to view this update in your browser. Trump’s Return to the White House and the Crisis Facing Iranian Refugees in Turkey …
  Etan Mabourakh · [email protected]
February 19, 2025 at 6:53 PM

Join me at our Iranian Mental Health Wellness Hour this Friday

We would like to invite you to join our first Mental Health & Wellness Hour with Dr.
  NIAC Policy Team · [email protected]
February 18, 2025 at 8:05 PM

An important update on the fight against banking discrimination - and a chance to tell your story!

  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
February 14, 2025 at 9:33 PM

Escalating Nuclear Tensions as Iran Leaks Possible Extreme Demands from Washington, 27 Iranian Provinces Closed Due to “Energy Imbalance” and Severe Cold, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  NIAC Human Rights Tracker · [email protected]
February 14, 2025 at 3:25 PM

War Veterans Protest 14 Years of “House Arrest” in Iran; Dozens Detained

NIAC's Human Rights Tracker Our latest Human Rights Tracker in IranJohn, the latest Human Rights Tracker update from NIAC is here.   Click here to view this update in your browser. War Veterans Protest 14 Years of “House Arrest” in Iran; Dozens Detained برای خواند…
  NIAC Bay Area Chapter · [email protected]
February 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM

RSVP for our Iranian Mental Health Wellness Hour on Friday 2/21

We would like to invite you to join our first Mental Health & Wellness Hour with Dr.
  Jamal Abdi · [email protected]
February 13, 2025 at 6:03 PM

Israel May Strike Iran: Tell Trump to Choose Diplomacy Over War

  Team NIAC · [email protected]
February 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM

TODAY at 2 pm (EST): X/Twitter Space on Trump and Iran

  Team NIAC · [email protected]
February 7, 2025 at 9:37 PM

MONDAY at 2 PM EST – X/Twitter Space on Trump and Iran

  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
February 7, 2025 at 9:34 PM

A Renewed Deadlock: Trump Revives “Maximum Pressure” While Khamenei Rejects Talks, Iran Khodro’s Looming Privatization: Controversy Over Transfer of Shares to Krooz, Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, Spiritual Leader of the Ismaili Community, Dies at 88, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]
February 5, 2025 at 6:12 PM

Trump Wants a Deal

  Iran Unfiltered & Human Rights Tracker from NIAC · [email protected]
January 31, 2025 at 9:30 PM

Iran’s Evolving Stance on Direct Talks with the U.S., Araghchi’s Visit to Taliban-Led Afghanistan, Pezeshkian the Populist or Pragmatist, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Team NIAC · [email protected]
January 29, 2025 at 8:28 PM

Travel Ban Updates: What You Need to Know

  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
January 24, 2025 at 9:30 PM

Deadly Shooting Outside Iran’s High Court: Two Prominent Judges Killed, Iran and U.S. Inch Closer to Potential Direct Negotiations, Jalal Matini: Renowned Iranian Scholar and Cultural Advocate Passes Away at 96, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]
January 23, 2025 at 8:38 PM

Did Trump just put the U.S. on course for a deal with Iran?

  Myriam Sabbaghi, NIAC · [email protected]
January 21, 2025 at 5:21 PM

🚨Join Experts Live at 1pm ET TODAY to Discuss New Trump Travel Ban

NIAC - National Iranian American Council The Trump Administration is moving toward a partial or full suspension on the admission of nationals” from targeted countries. Iran was subject to prior bans. Dear John, Donald Trump is back and he is officially trying t…
  Jamal Abdi · [email protected]
January 21, 2025 at 4:49 AM

🚨 BREAKING: Trump Signs Order Signaling Return of Travel Ban

  Jamal Abdi · [email protected]
January 20, 2025 at 3:17 PM

Inauguration Day

  Iran Unfiltered & Human Rights Tracker from NIAC · [email protected]
January 17, 2025 at 9:29 PM

Iran and Russia Sign Comprehensive Strategic Treaty, Pezeshkian’s NBC Interview, Second Round of Iran-EU3 Nuclear Talks, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Ryan Costello · [email protected]
January 15, 2025 at 9:36 PM

BREAKING: Ceasefire Reached in Gaza

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Dear John, Breaking news: Israel and Hamas have reportedly reached a long-overdue ceasefire to halt the violence in Gaza. This step brings hope to the countless innocent civilians suffering horrifically on the ground…
  Myriam Sabbaghi · [email protected]
January 14, 2025 at 8:43 PM

🚨 JUST LAUNCHED: NIAC’s 2025 Travel Ban Center

NIAC has launched the 2025 Travel Ban Center to prepare for the incoming administration.
  Jamal Abdi · [email protected]
January 13, 2025 at 9:41 PM

MEK Hosts Trump Envoy Calling for Maximum Pressure

NIAC - National Iranian American Council These forces are pushing maximum pressure to harm ordinary Iranians and start a war with Iran. Dear John, Recent events have shown that the Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK) is ramping up its efforts to influence the incoming Tru…
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
January 10, 2025 at 9:31 PM

Macron Labels Iran “Main Security Challenge,” Iraqi Prime Minister’s Visit to Tehran, Swiss Citizen Dies Under Suspicious Circumstances in Iranian Custody, Surge in Executions in Iran, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Etan Mabourakh · [email protected]
January 10, 2025 at 8:33 PM

Spotlighting Iranian Cinema as We Prepare for the Travel Ban’s Comeback

See the film we just screened, find answers to questions and resources, and organize in your community around this issue.
  Etan Mabourakh · [email protected]
January 9, 2025 at 3:44 PM

Reminder: Film Screening of Hamdardi & Discussion with Director today 12pm ET/9amPT

We will be joined by the film's director a special guest, MA Immigration Attorney and star volunteer.
  Myriam Sabbaghi · [email protected]
January 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM

Don’t Miss Our Exclusive Virtual Screening of Hamdardi!

Join NIAC's Etan Mabourakh in conversation with filmmaker Ashley Tabatabai
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
January 3, 2025 at 10:00 PM

Growing Discontent in Tehran’s Grand Bazaar as Dollar Surges, Expediency Council to Revisit FATF-Related Bills, Iran Prepares for New Round of Talks with Europe Amid Stalled Nuclear Negotiations, Jimmy Carter Dies at 100, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Myriam Sabbaghi · [email protected]
January 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM

RSVP for Our Screening of the Short Film Hamdardi – January 9th

You’re invited to an exclusive virtual screening of Hamdardi with the filmmaker.
  Etan Mabourakh · [email protected]
January 3, 2025 at 1:47 AM

Sharing a Reflection on This Final Night of Hanukkah

  Team NIAC · [email protected]
December 31, 2024 at 9:01 PM

We’re $8.5k Away – Let’s Finish 2024 Strong!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Dear John, As we countdown to midnight, we’re reflecting on all we’ve accomplished this year—and the work that lies ahead. From defending civil rights to promoting diplomacy, protecting our community, and combating di…
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]
December 31, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Just $50K Away – Help Us Fight Back

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Dear John, With only hours left before we enter the new year, we still need to raise $50,000 to hit our fundraising goal—funds that are critical to ensuring we have the staff and resources to fight back against what’s …
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
December 27, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Iran Takes an Important Step: WhatsApp and Google Play Unblocked, Signaling Progress in Digital Access, Iran and China: A Strategic Partnership and Challenges Ahead, Yalda: A Celebration of Hope Amid Economic Struggles, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Sara Hawrami, NIAC · [email protected]
December 26, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Help NIAC Sleigh 2025 - Renew Your Support Today

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, Happy Holidays! Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, or simply cherishing time with loved ones, we hope this season brings you joy and connection. In the spirit of giving, will you consider giving back …
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
December 20, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Iran's Autumn Energy Crisis, Masoud Pezeshkian Visits Egypt, "Chastity and Hijab" Law Suspended, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Team NIAC · [email protected]
December 20, 2024 at 4:51 PM

Yalda Mobarak

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Dear John, Tonight, Iranian Americans across the nation will celebrate Shab-e-Yalda, an ancient Persian holiday marking the Winter Solstice and the longest night of the year. This cherished tradition brings loved ones …
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]
December 19, 2024 at 7:41 PM

What We Achieved in 2024, Thanks to You John!

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Dear John, We have less than two weeks left in 2024 and we are still $189,339.04 short of our End of Year fundraising target that we must hit to sustain our work. Can you make a contribution today so that we hit our goa…
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]
December 17, 2024 at 6:37 PM

Van Drew Retracts False “Iranian Mothership” Claim after NIAC pushback.

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Dear John, With war hawks urging that this is a "moment of opportunity" to attack Iran and open speculation about a "preemptive strike" by Israel or the U.S. against Iran, NIAC is committed to calling out and correcting m…
  NIAC Human Rights Tracker · [email protected]
December 14, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Mir Hossein Mousavi: Fourteen Years of House Arrest and Deteriorating Health

NIAC's Human Rights Tracker Our latest Human Rights Tracker in IranJohn, the latest Human Rights Tracker update from NIAC is here.   Click here to view this update in your browser. Thank you for your support enabling us to shine a spotlight on human rights in Iran…
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
December 13, 2024 at 9:31 PM

The Collapse of Assad's Regime: A Turning Point for Iran and the Middle East, Parastoo Ahmadi: A Symbol of Resistance in Iranian Women’s Fight for Freedom, Iran’s Air Pollution Crisis: A Fight for Clean Air Amid Systemic Neglect, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC · [email protected]
December 13, 2024 at 7:10 PM

Israel’s Latest Move Puts Us Closer to War – Take Action Now

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, Yesterday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued another ominous "message to the Iranian people" as his government prepares for possible military strikes on Iran. Anyone who thinks Netanyahu will deliver …
  Ryan Costello · [email protected]
December 12, 2024 at 5:17 PM

Take Action Against the Return of the Muslim Ban

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, As we close this year, the threat of a renewed and expanded Muslim Ban is on the horizon. Donald Trump has vowed to reinstate this discriminatory policy. We need your help to fight back.  While Biden overturned t…
  Jamal Abdi, NIAC President · [email protected]
December 9, 2024 at 9:27 PM

After Assad: Hawks Push for War with Iran

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, The fall of Bashar al-Assad and his authoritarian government in Syria is a historic moment that will have reverberations in the Middle East and worldwide for years to come.  We celebrate the liberation of prisoners and re…
  Iran Unfiltered from NIAC · [email protected]
December 6, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Iran's Hijab Law: A Catalyst for Political Strife and Public Dissent, Syria's Escalating Conflict: Iran’s Strategic Access to Lebanon in Jeopardy, Multiple Earthquakes Shake Khuzestan Province, and More

NIAC - National Iranian American Council Catch up on stories from inside Iran and read this week's digest here. Iran Unfiltered - NIAC's periodic digest tracking the latest from Iran  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…
  Myriam Sabbaghi · [email protected]
December 5, 2024 at 6:09 PM

2024: Power, Representation, and the Fight Ahead

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, This year, despite everything working against us, Iranian-Americans made history. A record number ran for office, and five Iranian-American women won their races, shaping the future at every level of government.  N…
  Team NIAC · [email protected]
December 3, 2024 at 8:36 PM

RE: A Volunteer’s Call to Action: Stand with NIAC Today

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, We wanted to send a quick follow up to Yasmin's message – we still need $14,035 to hit our Giving Tuesday goal! Can you chip in now so that we can hit our target and continue fighting for your rights and for peace? With Do…
  Yasmin Khoshnood · [email protected]
December 3, 2024 at 3:18 PM

A Volunteer’s Call to Action: Stand with NIAC Today

NIAC - National Iranian American Council John, When I decided to volunteer with NIAC, it was because I saw an organization that doesn’t just talk about change—it makes it happen. This Giving Tuesday, I want to tell you why I believe in this work and why your s…