Local activist Ziba Dastjerdi, 33, was also allegedly shot in front of her daughter during a protest in Nishapur.

Iran's security forces are accused of sexually assaulting protesters in custody, including a 16-year-old, during the violent crackdown on anti-government demonstrators that has left thousands dead, according to a new report.

UN officials and human rights organizations have raised alarm over Iran's response to nationwide protests, warning that the use of lethal force by security forces may constitute serious violations

Iranian authorities have mercilessly slaughtered more than 500 people in a ruthless crackdown on the nationwide anti-regime uprising — in what human rights groups have warned is a

Iranian student Rubina Aminian was shot in the head at close range, joining thousands allegedly killed by government forces, according to Iran Human Rights, a Norway-based group.