Amir-Abbas Fakhravar

Iranian journalist and political activist

Amir-Abbas Fakhravar - Iranian journalist and political activist
Born

July 6th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Iran

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Born in 1975, this individual became a prominent journalist and political activist in Iran. In the late 1990s, he actively opposed the Iranian government and its policies, contributing to various publications that critiqued the regime. His activism led to multiple arrests and exiles, yet he continued to advocate for reform through writing and public speaking. In 2010, he co-founded an opposition political group aimed at promoting democratic change in Iran. His commitment to human rights and freedom of expression has drawn attention from international organizations.

Co-founded the Iranian opposition political group

Contributed to various publications critical of the Iranian government

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