Amnesty International has accused the Iranian government of committing crimes against humanity during its violent crackdown on nationwide protests in 2022. The organization released a report marking the fourth anniversary of the disappearance of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman who died in the custody of the morality police after resisting the mandatory veil law. Her death sparked widespread demonstrations under the slogan "Woman, Life, Freedom."
The report alleges that the Iranian authorities used excessive force, arbitrary detention, and other human rights violations to suppress the protests. It highlights the deaths of at least 377 people, including 56 minors, and the arrest of 87 officials. Amnesty also claims that the repression continued beyond the initial demonstrations, with ongoing violations of freedom of expression and assembly.
The organization calls for international action to hold Iranian officials accountable for their actions. The report underscores the severity of the situation, emphasizing that the state's response went beyond legal limits and constituted crimes against humanity. The findings have drawn attention from human rights groups and international observers.
