The Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company strongly condemns
the unjust confirmation of the death sentence against Pakhshan Azizi, a social
worker and women’s rights activist, by the Supreme Court. We also denounce the
issuance and execution of other death sentences targeting civil, social, and political
activists.
Pakhshan Azizi has been sentenced to death by the Revolutionary Court on the
baseless charge of “rebellion” due to her peaceful and civic activities, including her
assistance to displaced women and children in Syria and Iraq.
According to Amnesty International, between 2014 and 2022, Pakhshan Azizi was
involved in humanitarian activities, providing aid to women and children displaced by
armed attacks by ISIS. Many of these individuals were sheltered in camps in
northeastern Syria and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
The recent confirmation of Pakhshan Azizi’s unjust death sentence by the Supreme
Court highlights the ongoing systematic repression and complete disregard for
justice within the judicial system.
The trial of Pakhshan Azizi, marred by torture, enforced disappearance, coerced
confessions, and widespread violations of due process, is a clear example of the
expanding crackdown on civil activists and human rights defenders. These
sentences are part of a repressive policy aimed at instilling fear and suppressing the
freedom and pursuit of justice by oppressed people in the country.
The Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company demands the
immediate halt of Pakhshan Azizi’s death sentence, her unconditional release, and
the revocation of death sentences against Behrouz Ehsani, Mehdi Hassani, Verisheh
Moradi, and other civil and political activists.
We also reaffirm our strong opposition to the death penalty as an inhumane
punishment and a tool of oppression. Workers’ movements in Iran and worldwide
unequivocally oppose the death penalty in all its forms and pretexts.
We consider the
death penalty a violation of the right to life, social justice, equality, and the right to a
dignified life. Its abolition is a critical step toward building more humane and just
societies.
We call on all workers, labour unions, human rights organizations, and international
civil society to take a firm and effective stance against these unjust sentences and
systemic repression.
The Syndicate of Workers of Tehran and Suburbs Bus Company
January 13, 2025
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