BREAKING: Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi has been sentenced to an additional seven years in prison amid her ongoing hunger strike, supporters confirmed today. This latest verdict, handed down by a Revolutionary Court in Mashhad on June 18, 2024, intensifies the already dire situation for the prominent human rights activist.
Mohammadi’s lawyer, Mostafa Nili, revealed on social media that she received six years for “gathering and collusion” against the regime, one and a half years for propaganda activities, and a two-year travel ban. Additionally, she faces two years of internal exile to Khosf, located approximately 460 miles southeast of Tehran.
Supporters report that Mohammadi has been on a hunger strike since February 2, 2024, following her arrest in December 2023 during a ceremony honoring Khosrow Alikordi, a fellow human rights lawyer. Videos from the event depicted her passionately demanding justice, underscoring her commitment to activism even in the face of severe repression.
Despite previous warnings that her release on medical furlough could be temporary, Mohammadi remained out of prison longer than anticipated, even during a 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel in June, where she continued to engage in public protests. She had already been serving a sentence of 13 years and 9 months for multiple charges, including collusion against state security and propaganda against the Iranian government.
This development arrives as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reasserts the country’s stance on enriching uranium, a critical issue in ongoing diplomatic negotiations with the United States. The U.S. has previously threatened military action against Iran, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
Mohammadi’s health has severely deteriorated during her imprisonment, with reports of multiple heart attacks and a recently removed bone lesion suspected of being cancerous. Her supporters fear that the renewed prison sentence could further jeopardize her life.
As international observers monitor Iran’s human rights situation closely, the world watches to see how this latest sentence will impact the ongoing negotiations with the U.S. and the broader implications for dissent within Iran.
What happens next? Activists are calling for immediate global attention to Mohammadi’s plight, urging international bodies to pressure Iran into reconsidering her unjust sentence. As the situation develops, her supporters remain vigilant in advocating for her release and the broader struggle for human rights in Iran.
Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds.
