Iran — Ekhbary News Agency
Iranian activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi is "between life and death" following her hospitalization last weekend, according to her lawyer. Shirin Ardakani, Mohammadi's lawyer, expressed unprecedented fear for her client's life on Tuesday, raising concerns about the prominent human rights defender's condition.
Concerns over Mohammadi's deteriorating health
Mohammadi's transfer to the hospital came after a reported deterioration in her health, though specific details regarding her medical condition have not been disclosed. This development has intensified international scrutiny on the treatment of activists in Iran, particularly those who challenge the authorities.
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A legacy of human rights advocacy
Narges Mohammadi was awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her more than two decades of unwavering struggle for human rights in Iran. She was arrested last December in the eastern city of Mashhad, following her vocal criticism of Iranian authorities. Her ongoing detention and current health crisis underscore the risks faced by dissidents in the country.
