DEFENDING FREE FLOW OF INFORMATION ORGANIZATION

Defending Free Flow of Information in Iran (DeFFI) is a non-profit organization founded by a group of journalists, human rights researchers, and lawyers.

We strive to strengthen the free flow of information in Iran by documenting the repression of media and journalists, conducting training sessions, providing digital security consulting, and supporting media activists and citizen journalists.

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In 2024-2026

530 instances

The number of judicial-security encounters with journalists and media outlets

1 people

The number of journalists and media activists detained in detention centers and prisons

484 cases

The total number of press-related cases recorded by the Defending Free Flow of Information

568 Violations

Number of violations by the judiciary and security institutions in cases of journalists and media

journalists

Aaliyeh motalebzadeh, Iranian Photographer, Released on Bail from Detention

Amid ongoing nationwide internet disruptions in Iran, Aaliyeh motalebzadeh, a prominent photographer and women's...

Iranian Journalist Mehdi Beyk Released After Brief Detention

Mehdi Beyk, the political editor of the reformist newspaper Etemad, was released one day...

Anti-Government Protests in Iran: Journalist Mehdi Beyk Detained

Despite the passage of one day since Mehdi Beyk's presence in Tehran's Grand Bazaar...

Iranian Journalist Majid Beiranvand Sentenced to One Year in...

Majid Beiranvand, an Iranian journalist and editor-in-chief of the weekly publication "Horo", has been...

Media

Nationwide Internet Shutdown in Iran; Concerns Over Widespread Repression...

The Islamic Republic of Iran has severed international internet connectivity and caused extensive disruption...

Organized Disruption of Independent Reporting Amid Anti-Government Protests in...

As anti-government protests continue in Iran, organized disruptions to independent reporting in the country...

Iran’s Prosecutor General Files Charges Against Several Newspapers and...

Following the publication of an interview with Mostafa Kavakebian, a former Iranian MP, claiming...

The Website of Ham-Mihan Newspaper Has Been Shut Down

The website of Ham-Mihan newspaper was shut down for the second time in the...
Recommended Reports

Organized Disruption of Independent Reporting Amid Anti-Government Protests in Iran

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Periodic Reports

Six-Month Report on the Suppression of Journalists and Media in Iran (First Half of 2025)

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Periodic Reports

Silencing Voices: An Overview of Media and Journalist Repression in Iran (2024 Annual Report)

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Periodic Reports

Examination of Press Freedom Indicators in the First 100 Days of Masoud Pezeshkian’s Presidency

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Periodic Reports

September 2024 monthly report: Martial Law in the Press

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Periodic Reports

August 2024: Monthly Report on the Suppression of Media and Journalists in Iran

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July 2024: Monthly Report on the Suppression of Media and Journalists in Iran

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Report on Media and Journalists Suppression in Iran; First Half of 2024

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3
Periodic Reports

June 2024/ Monthly Report on the Suppression of Media and Journalists in Iran

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Recommended Reports

Fact-Check: Has Ghalibaf Not Sued Media and Journalists?

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Periodic Reports

May 2024: Monthly Report on the Suppression of Media and Journalists in Iran

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Recommended Reports

Widespread Disruption of Free Information Regarding the Death of Ebrahim Raisi

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Periodic Reports

April 2024: Monthly Report on the Suppression of Media and Journalists in Iran

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March 2024: Monthly Report on Violations of Journalists’ and Media Rights

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Periodic Reports

Quarterly Report on the Suppression of Media and Journalists in Iran; First Quarter of 2024

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Recommended Reports

Over a Month Halt in Holding Press Courts: Has Media Repression Decreased?

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Recommended Reports

19 Horrific Days in ‘Farda-e-Eghtesad’; Hostage Situation at the Location, Case Fabrication at the Intelligence Agency

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News

Statistical Analysis of the Charge of “Spreading Lies” in Media Cases

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News Highlights

Explosion on Qassem Soleimani’s Anniversary: The Islamic Republic’s Harsh Retaliation Against Social Media Users**

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Recommended Reports

Organized Disruption of Independent Reporting Amid Anti-Government Protests in...

As anti-government protests continue in Iran, organized disruptions to independent reporting in the country...

Six-Month Report on the Suppression of Journalists and Media...

In the first half of 2025, amid historic and unprecedented events in the Middle...

Silencing Voices: An Overview of Media and Journalist Repression...

The year 2024 was filled with challenging and difficult events for Iranian journalists and...

Our Mission

DEFENDING FREE FLOW OF INFORMATION ORGANIZATION

The Defending Free Flow of Information in Iran passionately champions freedom of expression and belief, viewing access to an unimpeded flow of information as an inherent right of every citizen. We are unwaveringly committed to supporting journalists, media outlets, citizen journalists, and media activists throughout Iran, without discrimination, and we steadfastly adhere to the principle of remaining independent from partisan and political affiliations.

In alignment with many esteemed human rights organizations, we firmly assert that "the press is the fourth pillar of democracy." The establishment of a democratic society, where the rights of citizens are safeguarded, cannot be realized without an independent, professional, and free press.

We are dedicated to fortifying the press and defending the free flow of information by actively collaborating and coordinating with media organizations, journalists, legal experts, and international institutions. Through vigilant monitoring and documentation of disruptions in the information landscape in Iran, chronicling the repression faced by media and journalists, and providing robust support to media activists and citizen journalists, we aim to enhance the climate of information dissemination within the country.

In closing, we extend a heartfelt invitation to all to join us in the pursuit of building a just and democratic society, and to contribute to the advancement of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all.

Reports

Organized Disruption of Independent Reporting Amid Anti-Government Protests in Iran

Recommended Reports
As anti-government protests continue in Iran, organized disruptions to...
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Six-Month Report on the Suppression of Journalists and Media in Iran (First Half of 2025)

Periodic Reports
In the first half of 2025, amid historic and...
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Suppression of Journalists in Iran: Ongoing Repression in January 2025

Periodic Reports
In the first month of the year 2025, the...
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News Highlights

Nationwide Internet Shutdown in Iran; Concerns Over Widespread Repression of Protesting Citizens

News
The Islamic Republic of Iran has severed international internet...
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Plotters in Masih Alinejad Assassination Attempt Sentenced to a Combined 50 Years in Prison

News
A New York court has sentenced Rafat Amirov and...
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The Website of Ham-Mihan Newspaper Has Been Shut Down

News
The website of Ham-Mihan newspaper was shut down for...
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News

Aaliyeh motalebzadeh, Iranian Photographer, Released on Bail from Detention

News
Amid ongoing nationwide internet disruptions in Iran, Aaliyeh motalebzadeh,...
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Nationwide Internet Shutdown in Iran; Concerns Over Widespread Repression of Protesting Citizens

News
The Islamic Republic of Iran has severed international internet...
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Iranian Journalist Mehdi Beyk Released After Brief Detention

News
Mehdi Beyk, the political editor of the reformist newspaper...
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