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Intimidation, persecution of Iranian lawyers won’t halt dissent

Iran's lawyers face tight restrictions and countless obstacles from the government, especially those who dare to work security and political cases.

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Lawyers Qassem Sholeh Sadi and Arash Kaykhosravi are seen handcuffed and shackled in a still from a video filmed Aug. 21, 2018. — Twitter/@sholesadi

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