Iran faces a crisis as Economy Minister Abdolnaser Hemmati was ousted amid political infighting, sparking protests against corruption. A young mother’s death highlights healthcare negligence, and a significant fuel smuggling issue complicates economic stability. Human rights violations continue, with widespread executions and political detainees facing dire conditions leading to protests in Europe calling for action.
On March 2, 2025, Iran witnessed political upheaval when Economy Minister Abdolnaser Hemmati was impeached by 182 votes despite President Masoud Pezeshkian’s extensive attempts to retain him. Hemmati, facing criticism for the nation’s economic policies, expedited his defense to the parliament, leading to various scandals, including an outburst captured on loudspeakers by MP Hamid Rasaee.
Amid a severe economic crisis, protests in Iran are surging against government corruption and mismanagement. Diverse groups, including retirees and telecommunications workers, have demonstrated to express their dissatisfaction with the regime’s policies, particularly in Shiraz and Zanjan where protestors demanded their rightful living conditions and criticized deep-rooted corruption.
Helene Carreiras, Portugal’s former Minister of Defense, shared her insights during the “Women, Force for Change – Free Iran 2025” conference in Paris, which celebrated Iranian women’s resistance against the regime. Simultaneously, a parallel event commemorating International Women’s Day gathered leaders from over 80 countries, emphasizing the empowerment of women in the fight for justice.
The tragic death of a young mother, Mina Hooti, after childbirth due to inadequate medical care in Iran illustrates the dire state of healthcare in the country. Hooti’s case highlights the persistent neglect and lack of essential medical resources, showcasing the regime’s failure to provide basic healthcare in rural areas.
Fuel smuggling presents a major economic dilemma as Iran loses between 20 to 30 million liters of fuel daily. The regime acknowledges the existence of a fuel smuggling cartel benefiting powerful interests, with President Pezeshkian himself questioning how such quantities could vanish without state oversight.
In a grim escalation of human rights abuses, Iranian authorities executed at least 48 prisoners between February 20 and March 1, including women and ethnic minorities, amid rising executions leading into Ramadan. Meanwhile, political prisoner Fariborz Sebghatollahi has been detained for over 229 days without trial, enduring severe mistreatment aimed at extracting confessions.
Supporters of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI) rallied in Germany and Norway on March 1, 2025, protesting against the imminent executions of their affiliated members, particularly Behrouz Ehsani and Mehdi Hassani. Participants called for the release of all political prisoners, emphasizing the dire conditions faced by those opposing the regime.
The recent political turmoil in Iran reflects deep dissatisfaction with the regime’s economic management and pervasive corruption. Reports of protests indicate a growing public demand for accountability and improved living conditions. As human rights violations escalate, particularly with mass executions and the mistreatment of political prisoners, international awareness and support for Iranian resistance movements remain imperative.
Original Source: www.ncr-iran.org
