The Slow Newscast Killing hope: Iran's mind wars
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Dec 10, 2024 Kianush Sanjuri, an Iranian dissident and activist, shares his 25-year struggle against the Islamic regime, highlighting the immense courage required to resist oppression. Roya Borumand, who fights human rights abuses, sheds light on Iran’s ruthless intelligence tactics and the psychological warfare employed in interrogations. The conversation unveils the harrowing realities of prison life, including physical and psychological torture, while inspiring hope in the resilience of those who fight for freedom in Iran.
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Kianush Sanjari's activism
- Kianush Sanjari, an Iranian dissident, tweeted about a life-or-death decision, sparking concern.
- His tweet was part of a 25-year fight against Iran's regime, marked by imprisonment and activism.
Early activism and imprisonment
- Kianush Sanjari's activism began at 17 when he protested against the Iranian government.
- He was imprisoned for the first time at that age and faced repeated arrests and interrogations.
Seeking refuge and meeting Roya Borumand
- After eight years of relentless persecution, Kianush Sanjari sought refuge in Norway and later Washington D.C.
- In D.C., he connected with Roya Borumand, who runs a human rights organization focused on executions in Iran.