Future plans discussed at global gathering
Senior officers of the Baha'i Faith from around the globe have gathered at the Baha'i World Centre to discuss the future development of the worldwide...
January 4, 2011
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Iran's human rights record condemned by United Nations
In a vote today, the United Nations once again strongly condemned Iran for failing to live up to international human rights standards. By a vote...
December 21, 2010
Two Shiraz Baha'is released after three years in prison
Two of the three Iranian Baha'is, imprisoned for their participation in an education program for underprivileged children, have been freed after...
December 14, 2010
Open letter speaks out for the rights of all Iranians
In an open letter to the head of Iran's Judiciary, the Baha'i International Community today contrasted the country's persecution of Baha'is with...
December 7, 2010
Excavation work commences for Chile's "temple of light"
Excavation work is under way for the new Baha'i House of Worship for the South American continent, in the Chilean capital of Santiago. The ground...
November 28, 2010
Three Baha'is, jailed for humanitarian work, begin fourth year in detention
Despite compelling evidence that they never committed a crime, three Iranian Baha'is today begin their fourth year in captivity. The two women,...
November 19, 2010
UN resolution sharply critical of Iran for continuing human rights violations
A committee of the UN General Assembly today sharply criticized Iran for its continued and increasing violations of human rights. By a vote of...
November 18, 2010
Holy place restoration sheds light on region's heritage
After more than three years of restoration and conservation work, a Baha'i sacred site is offering a glimpse into the industrial and spiritual...
October 29, 2010
UN Secretary General voices concern over human rights abuses in Iran
The Secretary General of the United Nations, Ban Ki-moon, has once again expressed strong concern over Iran's ongoing human rights violations,...
October 18, 2010
UK heads of religion call for release of Iran's seven Baha'i leaders
Britain's most prominent heads of religion have called for the release of the seven Baha'i leaders serving prison sentences in Iran. A statement...
October 7, 2010