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Letter from the Pernmnent Representa ve of ,iisf/(Syntol)/A ,49 ,514.Add2 ,. ,
UNITED
NATIONS
( General
Assembly
Distr.
GENERAL
A!49/514/Add.2
4 November 1994
Original: ENGLISH
Forty-ninth session
Agenda item 100 (c)
HUMAN RIGHTS QUESTIONS: HUMAN RIGHTS SITUATIONS AND
REPORTS OF SPECIAL RAPPORTEURS AND REPRESENTATIVES
Situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran
Note by the Secretary-General
Addendum
After having finalized his report to the General Assembly at its forty-ninth session, the Special Representative
of the Commission on Human Rights on the situation of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran received
a letter dated 24 October 1994 from the Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the
United Nations Office at Geneva, transmitting further replies of that Government to the allegations of human
rights violations and comments of a general nature contained in his memorandum dated 29 July 1994 and
reproduced in chapter III of the main part of his report. The replies of the Government of the Islamic
Republic of Iran are reproduced in the annex to the present note.
ANNEX
Letter dated 24 October 1994 from the Permanent Representative
of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Office
at Geneva addressed to the Special Representative of the
Commission on Human Rights on the situation of human
rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran
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With reference to the memorandum dated 29 July 1994, I have the pleasure to enclose herewith the replies
forwarded by the authorities concerned in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
It is noted that some of the allegations in the said memorandum have also been included in the earlier reports,
to which comprehensive replies have been provided for your consideration.
Furthermore, the issues related to the murder of Christian pastors and the bombing of religious shrines, for
which you have received separate information in the letters dated 4 October 1994, have also been included in
this reply. As the Special Representative has underlined the principle that observation of human rights is not
only a responsibility of Governments, but groups and individuals as well, it is expected that the matter will
receive appropriate reaction in his observations and conclusions.
( Signed ) Sirous NASSERI
Ambassador
Permanent Representative
APPENIIIX
Response of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to
the allegations of human rights violations and comments of a
general nature contained in chapter III of the main part of
the interim report by the Special Representative
A. Right to life
A!49/514, paragraph 14
In the past, the Islamic Republic of Iran has provided detailed and logical explanations to the Special
Representative about alleged disregard of right to life in the Islamic Republic of Iran. Nevertheless, it is
necessary to point out that States Members of the United Nations have not been barred from resorting to
capital punishment. Furthermore, no international human rights instrument to which the Islamic Republic of
Iran is a party, has forbidden capital punishment. Meanwhile, in the Islamic Republic of Iran the death
penalty is limited to the “most serious” crimes as recognized in article 6 of the International Covenant on Civil
and Political Rights. a! Obviously, the Special Representative could not and may not be considered as the sole
authority for interpretation of the extent and breadth of its application. There is a vagueness and lack of
substantiated evidence and cases in the alleged “improper application of the guarantees of due process of
law”. In this regard it should be emphasized that due process of law is guaranteed in the laws and regulations
of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Appropriate and sufficient care is given by the supervisory bodies in the
Judiciary to ensure that verdicts issued by courts of law are in compliance with the legal procedures and
provisions of international human rights covenants. Apropos of the administration of certain punishments,
including capital punishment in public, it is important to point out that the policy of the Judiciary of the
Islamic Republic of Iran is to abstain from that type of punishment, in order to ensure social and
psychological well-being and to preserve the respect and dignity of the convicts' family members and
relatives. Meanwhile, this type of punishment is rarely resorted to, owing to the magnitude and seriousness of
the terrorizing crimes, and upon the demand of the emotionally injured people, who request public
punishment for the criminals. Therefore, capital punishment is minimal and is administered only on an
extremely exceptional basis, limited to few cases.
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Paragraph 15
They were charged and prosecuted for violent public disturbance, armed threat and abduction of people,
stealing of public property, rape, and bullying and battering helpless women and children. They were tried
and, owing to the extent and seriousness of their crimes, which gave rise to public hatred and abhorrence,
were sentenced to public punishment. Other accusations cited in this paragraph, such as leaving their corpses
hanging for hours, are baseless.
Paragraph 16
They were convicted for premeditated murder, adultery and rape and sentenced to death in January 1994.
This verdict was confirmed by the Supreme Court and carried out on 1 February 1994. The alleged lapidation
or hanging in public have no basis in reality.
Paragraphs 17 and 18
Since only the name of an individual is declared, it will not be possible to investigate this allegation. The
Special Representative is requested to provide more information such as date of birth, full name and surname,
father's name, place of birth or residence, etc. This information is necessary for a proper investigation.
Paragraph 19
iVir. Feizollah Makhoubat was arrested last year on charges of espionage and sabotage and after trial was
sentenced to death in accordance with the law. The sentence was consequently carried out on 17 February
1993. His corpse was then buried in a Jewish Cemetery according to Jewish faith. Considering the above
facts, all the allegations cited in this paragraph are denied. Allegations are expected to be substantiated with
the necessary evidence and proof
Paragraph 20
The mere provision of the name of the said individual is not sufficient for the necessary investigation to be
carried out. As has been justifiably and repeatedly requested in the past, the Special Representative is
requested to provide more information such as date of birth, full name and surname, father's name, place of
birth or residence, etc. This information is necessary for due investigation.
Paragraph 21
Since these allegations lack the necessary evidence and information, they cannot be construed as reliable.
Paragraph 22
The individual mentioned was charged with adultery with married men and being involved in organizing a
web of prostitution. She was tried and sentenced to death by the court. The verdict was implemented on 1
March 1994 in prison. There is no truth in the alleged lapidation or public execution.
Paragraph 23
Since this allegation lacks the necessary specific information, it cannot be investigated and is not reliable.
Paragraph 24
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This report is confirmed. The individual in question had reached legal age and the verdict was implemented in
accordance with due judicial process.
Paragraph 25
Messrs. I. Jafari, H. Dad-Ban and S. Rezai were found guilty of armed robbery of public property and rape
and were sentenced to death. The verdict was implemented on 13 July 1994 upon its approbation by the
Supreme Court. Messrs. M. H. Ansari and A. Shamsse were found guilty of murder, frequent drug trafficking
and terrorizing people. The court verdict condemning them was carried out in July 1994 following
confirmation by the Supreme Court.
Paragraph 26
This report is confirmed. The individual in question had reached legal age and the verdict was carried out
following due judicial process.
Paragraph 27
Since the information, facts and evidence relating to the serial crimes committed by the terrorist Mojahedin
Khalq Organization, including the bomb blast in the holy shrine of Imam Reza (P.B.U.H.) and the
assassination of Iranian Christian clerics, are interrelated and complementary, the explanations regarding this
paragraph and paragraphs 28, 29, 30 and 62 are provided under paragraph 80, section J, below.
Paragraph 28
Please refer to paragraph 80, section J, below.
Paragraph 29
Please refer to paragraph 80, section J, below.
Paragraph 30
The fatwa of the late Imam Khomeini is a religious issue which is of concern to all Muslims and accepted
throughout the Muslim world. The statement referred to in the report is merely a publication of segments of
the “Popular Basij”, which attempts to explain the principle of fatwa in general in Islamic jurisprudence.
Therefore, any attempt to attribute this statement to the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran or ask
for an explanation from the Government has no basis in the reality of the situation.
Paragraphs 31, 32 and 33
The Islamic Republic of Iran does not have any information regarding the murder of the persons concerned.
However, since protection of life, property and dignity of citizens of other countries is the responsibility of the
Government of the country of residence, the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, for its part, is
contesting the cases referred to above and, as a beneficiary, requests the relevant countries to carry out
appropriate investigations and prosecute the perpetrators of these crimes. Furthermore, the relevant
authorities and organs of the Islamic Republic of Iran are ready to extend their full cooperation in identifying
instigators of such acts of terrorism. Some experts believe the terrorist organizations have carried out such
operations in territories of those countries, with the twofold objectives of eliminating the disenchanted
elements and disrupting the relations of the Islamic Republic of Iran with the concerned countries. Therefore,
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the false claim that elements are acting on behalf of Iranian officials involved in such crimes is nothing but a
mere “complementary tactic aimed at damaging the reputation of the Islamic Republic of Iran and its foreign
relations”.
Paragraph 34
It should be noted that the reply to this matter was provided under paragraph 24 in the addendum to the 1993
report (A!48/526/Add.1, appendix, page 7). Furthermore, cooperation in this regard should take place in the
context of bilateral arrangements for judicial cooperation. The Islamic Republic of Iran has forwarded a
proposal in this regard which would enable each side to discharge its undertakings within a mutually accepted
legal framework. The Islamic Republic of Iran awaits the response by the Swiss authorities so that agreements
may be concluded as soon as possible and mutual cooperation fully realized.
Paragraph 35
Before completion of a minimum inquiry by relevant French authorities and before a fair verdict is
announced, any comment on or claim in this regard would be unfounded. As has been stated many times, the
Islamic Republic of Iran did not interfere in this affair in any way, and rejects the speculative allegations
levelled in this regard. Unfortunately the said member of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Embassy in Bern,
although innocent, has been detained for a long time, contrary to legal procedures. Please refer also to
explanations provided regarding paragraphs 31, 32 and 33.
B. Enforced or involuntary disappearances
Paragraph 36
Many cases included in the list transmitted by the Working Group on Enforced or Involuntary Disappearances
of the Commission on Human Rights lack necessary information. The said Group has been requested to
furnish complementary information, enabling the relevant authorities and organs in the Islamic Republic of
Iran to conduct thorough investigations into these cases.
C. Right to freedom from torture or cruel, inhuman
or degrading treatment or punishment
Paragraph 37
The accusations and allegations of inflicting torture and degrading treatment or punishment, which have been
invented in the case of Mr. F. Makhoubat, are categorically rejected. Levelling such allegations without any
supportive documents or evidence not only fails to conform to legal standards, but also calls into question the
very legal merits of their sources.
Paragraph 38
Since this allegation lacks the necessary specific information, it cannot be investigated and does not seem
reliable.
Paragraph 39
In an interview with Frankfurter Allgemeine , dated 3 August 1994, the person in question has unequivocally
confessed to collaboration with American and Iraqi agents in the Islamic Republic of Iran. This confession not
only clarifies his previous actions, but is also a valid criterion to assess the validity of his other statements. His
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numerous contradictory press fabrications, self-explanatory as they are, could be caused by financial motives
or thirst for fame.
Paragraphs 40 and 41
The cases mentioned relate to principles of Islamic law and which are believed by all the Muslims across the
world. In the Islamic Republic of Iran, all punishments are based on Islamic-Constitutional law, and the
country is opposed to cruel, inhuman or degrading punishments. The verdicts of punishments are issued in
accordance with the law and Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Paragraph 42
The individual in question was tried according to her confession. She was charged with public manifestation
of intoxication with alcohol, public disturbance, unlawful sexual relations and perverting some young people.
Following due legal process, she was punished according to the sentence of the court.
Paragraph 43
Levelling allegations of a general nature and without specific information on the cases, cannot be reliable.
Meanwhile, it should be emphasized that all litigants have the right to appoint an attorney for their defence.
D. Administration of justice
Paragraph 44
The laws and regulations of the Islamic Republic of Iran guarantee the right of the accused to benefit from the
services of an attorney. In cases where the accused is unable to hire an attorney, the relevant court is obliged
to appoint an attorney (court-appointed attorney) for him or her. In the Islamic Republic of Iran, all those
accused have ample time to prepare their defence and to defend themselves. If they object to their arrest,
they can file their objection with the court. According to the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran,
trials are open to the public. The laws of Iran also guarantee open trials. All courts in the Islamic Republic of
Iran, including revolutionary and other courts, act according to the said laws and regulations. Any violation of
these regulations is prosecuted by the Disciplinary Court.
Paragraph 45
According to amendment 18 of Islamic penal law, ratified in 1991, the duration of pretrial detention shall be
precisely calculated and deducted from the total term of imprisonment of the convict. Regarding the unlimited
prolongation of the detention period before trial, please refer to the response to paragraph 134 of the 1992
report (E/CN.4/1993/41, para. 135). The claim of denial to the accused of access to friends and relatives
represents a distortion of the facts; visitation controls are sometimes necessary requirements for a careful and
fair trial. According to article 171 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran, if any violation of these
provisions results in psychological damage to the accused, the latter has the right to seek and receive
indemnification.
Paragraph 46
The overwhelming majority of the judicial authorities in the Islamic Republic of Iran hold a bachelor's or
higher degree in law. Owing to consideration that “Islamic law” is the main source of “Iranian law”, it is
necessary to employ Islamic jurists in the judicial system of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Accordingly, one
fourth of the total number of judges are specialists in Islamic jurisprudence. Besides their education in Islamic
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Law, a great number of them have received university degrees. Moreover, skills in contemporary law and
completion of enhanced training programmes are a prerequisite to sit on the bench. The agreement of judges
is required for their transfer as stipulated in article 164 of the Constitution. Taking into consideration the facts
stated above, the claims in this regard are undoubtedly baseless.
Paragraph 47
The head of the Judiciary of the Islamic Republic of Iran has the administrative position in this branch and
does not interfere in judicial deliberations and decisions. According to law, judges enjoy total freedom and
independence in their deliberations and decisions of court cases. It is natural to accept that decisions are
subject to appeal by the Supreme Court within the framework of the judiciary process. The Chief Justice is
the Chairman of the first Chamber of the Supreme Court and one of its members. His only difference in
comparison with other judges of the Supreme Court is his responsibility to refer cases to different chambers
and to organize the affairs of the Court. Taking this information into consideration, the claims in this regard
lack any credibility.
Paragraph 48
Such claim is not only groundless, but is also an indication of ignorance of its inventors. Islamic law and its
principles are the main source of the civil codes of the Islamic Republic of Iran and commonality and
coordination between the two is quite interesting. Therefore, in practice, the possibility of contradiction
between civil law and Islamic principles is precluded.
Paragraph 49
An independent bar association exists in the Islamic Republic of Iran and enjoys all rights, including
guaranteed free functioning.
Paragraph 50
Such claims contradict the present situation in and condition of the prisons. The efforts of prison authorities to
improve living conditions in jails and to move towards a more idealistic standard in all levels have been
reported by the main media and brought to the attention of the public. Please refer to the reply to paragraph
45 in the addendum to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add.1, appendix, p. 8).
Paragraph 51
This claim is a repetition of paragraph 42 of the 1993 report with little difference in the wording and sentence
structure. While denying the allegation once again, we refer to the response to this paragraph in the
addendum to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add. 1, appendix, p. 8).
Paragraph 52
This claim is baseless. All arrests in the city of Mashhad were made on a temporary basis and according to
warrants by the courts. After preliminary investigations those found to be innocent were speedily released.
The claim of the imprisonment of 283 people is clearly baseless.
Paragraph 53
The arrest of bandits and smugglers should not be considered as the violation of human rights; moreover,
because of the need to protect the rights of citizens, including the right to life of those who are the gradual
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victims of drugs, it should be actually supported. Claims regarding demonstrations etc. in Tehran are
unfounded and the result of fanciful theories. It is not clear why such fabrications are set forth in this
paragraph together with objection to the arrest of bandits and smugglers.
Paragraph 54
The claims are the result of unreal and distorted news, mixed and related in a spiteful way, manifesting
contradiction in their nature. It has been claimed that the Basiji Forces were sent to guide the violators but it
was also pointed out immediately that they punished them. While there is a big difference between guidance
and punishment, we would like to emphasize that in the Islamic Republic of Iran only courts of justice are
legally allowed to impose punishment on wrongdoers.
Paragraph 55
This claim is refuted. The individuals in question were summoned to the court and after a brief hearing were
set free.
Paragraph 56
According to article S of the Law on establishing General and Revolutionary Courts, ratified on 6 July 1994,
and articles 4 and 6 of the Administrative Code of the said Law, ratified on 16 July 1994, the Chamber of
Revolutionary Courts shall be established in Centre of Provinces or areas and its exigencies determined by
the head of the Judiciary. In the said Law and its Administrative Code there is no mention of any increase in
the Revolutionary Courts, but the establishment of such courts shall be controlled and limited to the Centre of
Provinces and a few other areas whose exigencies shall be discerned by the head of the Judiciary. Since
article 34 of the Administrative Code regarding the establishment of General and Revolutionary Courts voids
all other contradictory Codes and Circulars, the authenticity of the claim is refuted.
B. Freedom of speech and expression and status of the press
Paragraph 57
Article 24 of the Constitutional Law and the Law of the Press, ratified in 1985, guarantees the publication
and freedom of the press. The latest statistics in this regard indicate that a total number of 448 newspapers
and magazines and more than 200 bulletins are published in the Islamic Republic of Iran. Besides, other
statistics show 170 new publications in 1991, i.e., five times more than in 1979, which is in itself a denial of
the claim in this regard. Moreover, it should be emphasized that none of the cases of bankruptcy claims are
due to speculative causes such as self-censorship, censorship, paper shortage, etc. Even on the assumption of
true bankruptcy, it must be pointed out that the ratio in comparison with publishers and publications who
remain in business is quite low. Besides, such cases are not exclusive to the Islamic Republic of Iran, because
recent statistics indicate bankruptcy of newspapers and publications in many countries around the world.
Paragraph 58
The person in question has been arrested and is now in detention on charges of espionage, acts against the
moral health of society, including drug possession and use, slander and participation in plots of the Shah's
regime against the Iranian nation. At present, the individual is in good physical and psychological condition.
Paragraph 59
The person in question is arrested and now in detention on charges of espionage, acts against the moral health
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of society, including drug possession and use. This individual is at present in good physical and psychological
conditions.
Paragraph 60
Religious scholars and jurists freely express their jurisprudential comments and decrees in the framework of
freedom of expression. This even happens in circumstances where some of these decrees and comments are
different from the national laws and regulations. The inclusion of this fatwa in the report, and the implication
that the court should have suppressed or prevented its assistance, is in itself a clear disregard by the report
and its author for freedom of expression as well as for other civil and political rights of an eminent personality
like Grand Ayatollah Araki. The legislative debate by the representatives of the Islamic Consultative
Assembly (Parliament) in these circumstances is a reflection of the wishes of the majority of their
constituencies.
F. Freedom of religion and the status of the Baha'i community
Paragraph 61
The Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the civil code and government practice provide very broad
freedom for members of recognized religious minorities, including the applicability of their canon law to their
personal and communal affairs as well as reserved seats in the Parliament. Even though minorities can enrol
in regular schools, they also have their own private schools. In these schools, which are financially supported
by the Ivlinistry of Education, minorities read their language and practice their own religion. All this is
indicative of the fact that followers of minority religions enjoy full legal rights. Therefore, the allegations
presented in this paragraph concerning restrictions on freedom of belief have no base in reality.
Paragraph 62
Please refer to paragraph 80, section J, below.
Paragraph 63
The allegation of the arrest of the individuals referred to is without any foundation.
Paragraph 64
While refuting the allegations in this paragraph, it should be mentioned that all churches are established and
operate in accordance with the law of the land. It goes without saying that any establishment created by
fraudulent groups and the misuse of the names and titles of respected religious centres are not entitled to legal
protection.
Paragraph 65
The claims in this paragraph are rejected. It should be emphasized that all religious minorities enjoy all the
rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Paragraph 66
While rejecting these claims, it should be pointed out that bringing up such an issue results from lack of
attention to the reply to paragraph 58 in the addendum to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add.1, appendix, p. 12).
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Paragraphs 67, 68 and 69
The case is being investigated by the appropriate authorities. At the same time, any complementary
information in this regard would be appreciated.
Paragraph 70
Clear and precise information rejecting the fabricated allegations has been given in the answer to paragraph
54 in the addendum to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add.1, appendix, p. 11). Please refer to this reply.
Paragraph 71
The answer to the claims on ownership rights has been clearly given in the reply to paragraph 55 in the
addendum to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add. 1, appendix, p. 12). Please refer to this reply. Other claims in
this paragraph have been examined and been found groundless. It is also useful to refer to the reply to
paragraph 56 in the addendum to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add. 1, appendix, p. 12).
G. Status of women
Paragraph 72
These allegations are fabrications and have been replied to under paragraphs 59, 61 and 65 in the addendum
to the 1993 report (A!48/526/Add. 1, appendix, pp. 10-11). It is worth mentioning that article 28 of the
Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran provides for freedom of employment for all citizens. Moreover, in
national employment legislation, there is no regulation stipulating that the consent of husbands is required for
the employment of married women. According to article 180 of the Family Protection Law, wives have the
right to curb their husbands' occupations or careers legally if they feel that such occupations or careers
constitute a danger to their family life. The division in some public transport vehicles has been made upon the
request of those who mostly use them, and is not general practice. Regarding women's participation in sports,
it should be pointed out that every morning national television airs women's morning exercises. This is
indicative of the amount of authenticity of the claim that women are prohibited from participating in sports.
Paragraph 73
The claims are rejected. Some of the allegations are the result of distorting sound and logical cultural
particularities and mixing them with fabrications. No school has imposed the chador (black attire) as the
required dress for girls. Women are free to select the dress of their choice. Covering of the face in some parts
of the province of Khoozestan stems from their culture and the customs prevailing there for many centuries
and there is no governmental requirement for that observance.
Paragraph 74
Taking present realities into consideration, these claims are without foundation. Separation of schools for boys
and girls is an old tradition and is not peculiar to the Islamic Republic of Iran. The ratio of employed citizens
(men and women) is in conformity with the job market and economic factors. Therefore, to expect a fixed
employment rate over the past 15 years might well be naive. Such an allegation means that objective realities
in the Islamic Republic of Iran have simply been neglected.
Paragraph 75
The authenticity of this claim is rejected.
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Paragraph 76
According to the information received from the husband of the late Dr. Homa Darabi, she had had symptoms
of a psychological disorder for some time. Gradual increase in these symptoms resulted in her unfortunate
suicide. The allegation is therefore not true and should be refuted.
Paragraph 77
The allegation of the assassination of Ms. Zohreh Izadi is totally baseless and stems from a biased fabrication.
The said individual committed suicide as a result of family problems. Before that, she had informed her
friends of her intention. At the time of the attempt, she injured seriously some of those present at the scene.
H. Political rights
Paragraph 78
The claim that a gathering of the Freedom Movement of Iran was dispersed by violent means in early 1994 by
people supportive of the Government is baseless and therefore rejected.
I. The imprisoned
Paragraph 79
In its reply to the Special Representative's report of 1992 the Islamic Republic of Iran answered allegations
regarding the following persons: Khalil Akhlaghi, Naser Arabha, and Ali Solaymani. The Special
Representative should therefore present his reasons for his failure to take these replies into account and for
his decision simply to repeat the same allegations in his 1994 report. In its reply to the Special
Representative's report of 1993, the Islamic Republic of Iran has answered allegations regarding the following
persons: Morteza Afshari Rad, Abdollah Bagheri, Mohammad Hasan Basiji, Naheed Dorood Yahi, Javad
Ebrahimi, Abbas Amir Entezam, Mostafa Ghaderi, Farhad Javian, Manoocher Karimzadeh and Salim
Sawbernia. The Special Representative should therefore present his reasons for his failure to take these replies
into account and for his decision simply to repeat the same allegations in his 1994 report. Moreover, we need
to know whether the answers provided regarding other cases in 1994 will be duly considered or simply suffer
the same fate. On the other hand, had we answered the allegations contained in this section of the 1994
report, would those answers have received due consideration?
Mohammad Bagher Bourzooi was sentenced to 15 years' imprisonment and indemnification of damages to
public property, on charges of terrorist activities and participation in procurement of weapons and
ammunition. Upon receiving a pardon from the leader, he was freed from prison.
After a thorough examination of the charges against Mr. Manouchehr Karimzadeh by the court, he was
condemned to 10 years' imprisonment. On the anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution on 11
February 1994, the above-mentioned individual was pardoned and released from prison.
J. Terrorist activities
Paragraph 80
As mentioned earlier in connection with the reply to paragraph 27 (see section A above), is an elaboration of
the background of the Mojahedin Khalq Organization (IVI IKO) terrorist campaign against the people of the
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Islamic Republic of Iran. In this connection it is noteworthy to refer to the information provided in the letter
of the Permanent Mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Office in Geneva dated 4
October 1994 regarding the outcome of the careful investigations by law enforcement officers into the recent
labyrinthine atrocities instigated by MKO in the Islamic Republic of Iran, including the bombing of the Holy
Shrine of Imam Reza (P.B.U.H.) in Mashhad on 20 June, and the assassination of Iranian Christian clerics.
It should be added here that Mr. Mohammed Seyyed-ol-Mohhadesin, a well-known terrorist of the foreign
relations of MKO, at a London gathering on 25 October 1992 of the members of the British branch of that
organization, declared:
“It's about 10 years that we have been establishing an internal command center for directing the kind of
operations such as the recent bomb explosions you have witnessed in Iran ...“ h i
Mother top MIKO terrorist, Mr. Manuchehr Hezarkhani stated at the same gathering:
“We have chosen the method of coercion to fight against the Islamic Republic of Iran and dare to be called
hotheads for that ...“ ci
Although these remarks were made from the heartbeat of world news - London - and despite the plethora of
prima facie evidence of the criminal nature of MIKO, they have been treated by certain international circles in
a manner that has cultivated and enhanced their zest for bloodshedding.
The abundance of facts, intelligence and even outspoken statements made by MIKO leaders and members,
along with undeniable documents open to examination by the relevant responsible international organizations,
leave no doubt that tenor, torture and any inhuman action is considered valid and legitimate by the rules
governing MKO activities.
The recent ploy of MIKO to create and fan religious division and hatred in the Islamic Republic of Iran, had it
not been foiled by the Government, could have resulted in a widening circle of tragedy, spilling over into
other countries and endangering peace.
Notes
a! Resolution 2200 A (XXI), annex.
hi Weekly Nimrooz (Farsi) , London, 8.8 1371 (Iranian calendar) (conesponding to 30 October 1992).
ci Ibid.
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