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Boniadi Slams Activists' Indifference to Iran's Human Rights

3/5/2026

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British-Iranian actress Nazanin Boniadi criticized progressive activists for their indifference to Iran's human rights violations during a CNN appearance.
She highlighted the lack of outrage over civilian deaths amid U.S. military actions against Iran.
Boniadi questioned whether activists prioritize anti-imperialism over human rights.
In a 2022 event, she urged Hollywood figures to advocate for women's rights in Iran following the death of a young woman arrested for hijab violations.

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British-Iranian actress Nazanin Boniadi criticized progressive activists for their indifference to Iran's human rights violations during a CNN appearance.
She highlighted the lack of outrage over civilian deaths amid U.S. military actions against Iran.
Boniadi questioned whether activists prioritize anti-imperialism over human rights.
In a 2022 event, she urged Hollywood figures to advocate for women's rights in Iran following the death of a young woman arrested for hijab violations.