Justice for Victims of 1988 Massacre in Iran (JVMI)
Position at the time of 1988 massacre: The Judiciary’s representative in the Intelligence Ministry
Present post and occupation: First Deputy Chief and spokesperson of the Judiciary; member of the State Expediency Council
He played an active role in the decision making circle responsible for implementation of death sentences.
Human Rights Watch called for him to be put on trial for crimes against humanity committed during the massacre. In 2011, the European Union put him on its sanctions list for his role in serious violations of human rights and persecution of Iranian people during the events of 1988.
Latest Update
NGOs urge UN to investigate 1988 massacre in IranBy Clerk on July 21, 2018
US Congress passes bill recognising 1988 massacre in IranBy Clerk on April 27, 2018
Iran’s 1988 massacre a key theme at Human Rights Council’s 37th sessionBy Clerk on March 30, 2018
UN must end impunity for Iran Justice Minister, perpetrator of crime against humanityBy Editor on February 27, 2018
