Solidarity with workers in Iran
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2 October
The ITF received these messages after the announcement of the Solidar Award and the release of Gholamreza Gholamhosseini in September 2008:
"Thanks a lot for sharing this information with us. We hope and pray that the Iranian government will one day come to its real senses and accordingly release comrade Osanloo from prison ..." Read more >>
22 September
More than 1,700 truck drivers are on strike in southern Iran since 7 September. Trucks, which belong to the government, are parked on the roadsides between the cities of Andimeshk and Ahvaz. The drivers are demanding the elimination of the labour brokers and better road safety.
16 September
Gholamreza Gholamhosseini is released on bail from Evin prison after being detained for nearly three months. Bail was set at 100,000,000 Toman (US$100,000). Gholamhosseini will have to attend court again to face whatever charges are made against him. (ITF News Online >>)
15 September
SOLIDAR, a European network of labour and social organisations recognised by the ILO, announces that Mansour Osanloo and the Tehran Bus Workers' Union are to receive their Silver Rose Award. The Silver Rose Award recognises individuals and organisations whose struggle contributes greatly to social justice and equality throughout the world. (ITF News Online >>)
13 September
According to reports, Mansour Osanloo is transferred to Rajai Shahr Prison in Karaj City rather than being moved to hospital to receive treatment for his eye problems.
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