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Iranian Officials Sued in Argentina for Crimes Against Humanity

12/16/2025

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A group of victims of Iran's 2022 crackdown on Women, Life, Freedom protests has filed a complaint in Argentina against 40 Iranian officials for crimes against humanity.
The filing describes abuses such as targeted blinding and murder.
Notable victims include Mahsa Piraei, whose mother was killed, and Kowsar Eftekhari, blinded by paintball guns.
The filing seeks accountability rather than financial damages, reflecting Argentina's openness to universal jurisdiction claims.

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A group of victims of Iran's 2022 crackdown on Women, Life, Freedom protests has filed a complaint in Argentina against 40 Iranian officials for crimes against humanity.
The filing describes abuses such as targeted blinding and murder.
Notable victims include Mahsa Piraei, whose mother was killed, and Kowsar Eftekhari, blinded by paintball guns.
The filing seeks accountability rather than financial damages, reflecting Argentina's openness to universal jurisdiction claims.