Call on your MP to act on escalating human rights violations against Kurds in Iran

Kurdish communities in Iran are facing a severe and escalating crackdown. Credible human rights organisations report killings of protesters, mass arrests, intimidation of families, and the suppression of information by Iranian authorities.

The UK has a responsibility to respond. Members of Parliament can press the Government to act through the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the United Nations, and targeted sanctions.

What is happening?

Since late 2025, Iranian security forces have intensified their repression of Kurdish civilians amid nationwide protests. Reports document:

• Use of live ammunition against protesters

• Arbitrary mass arrests of Kurdish activists and civilians

• Intimidation of families seeking justice for loved ones

• Efforts to conceal deaths in custody and suppress independent reporting

Kurdish political parties and civil society groups have warned that these actions may amount to serious violations of international law.

The UK Government has repeatedly stated its commitment to human rights in Iran. MPs can play a vital role by:

• Raising the situation of Kurds in Iran directly with the FCDO

• Supporting independent international investigations at the UN

• Advocating for targeted Magnitsky-style sanctions

• Ensuring ethnic and political minorities are prioritised in UK foreign policy

Pressure from constituents makes a real difference.