The family of Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi is deeply concerned about her well-being after she was taken to a hospital emergency room twice following her recent arrest by Iranian security forces.
Mohammadi, a prominent advocate for women’s and children’s rights, was arrested last week at her home in Tehran by agents from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. Her family was not informed of her whereabouts for several days, causing great distress and worry.
According to her family, Mohammadi was taken to a hospital emergency room on two separate occasions after her arrest. The first time was due to a severe asthma attack, which she has been suffering from for many years. The second time was for a suspected heart attack, which turned out to be a panic attack caused by the stressful situation she was in.
Mohammadi’s family has expressed their concern for her health and well-being, stating that she has not received proper medical care while in detention. They are also worried about the psychological impact of her arrest and the uncertainty of her future.
This is not the first time that Mohammadi has faced persecution for her activism. In 2016, she was sentenced to 16 years in prison for her peaceful human rights activities, including her work with the Defenders of Human Rights Center and the Campaign for Step by Step Abolition of the Death Penalty. However, due to international pressure and outcry, her sentence was reduced to 10 years, and she was released on bail in 2017 for medical treatment.
Despite facing constant harassment and intimidation from the Iranian authorities, Mohammadi has remained steadfast in her commitment to promoting human rights and advocating for a more just and equal society. Her tireless efforts have earned her international recognition, including the prestigious Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought in 2018 and the Nobel Peace Prize in 2019.
The arrest of Mohammadi has sparked outrage and condemnation from human rights organizations and activists around the world. They have called on the Iranian government to release her immediately and unconditionally, and to ensure her safety and well-being while in detention.
The Iranian government must respect the fundamental human rights of its citizens, including the right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. The arrest and mistreatment of Narges Mohammadi is a clear violation of these rights and goes against the principles of justice and democracy.
We urge the Iranian authorities to listen to the voices of the international community and to release Narges Mohammadi and all other prisoners of conscience immediately. The world is watching, and we will not stay silent in the face of such blatant human rights abuses.
In these challenging times, it is more important than ever to stand in solidarity with those who are fighting for a better and more just world. Narges Mohammadi is a shining example of courage and determination, and her unwavering commitment to human rights is an inspiration to us all.
We call on the Iranian government to do the right thing and release Narges Mohammadi so that she can continue her important work in promoting human rights and building a better future for all Iranians. Let us not forget that the true strength of a nation lies in the well-being and freedom of its people, and it is time for the Iranian government to uphold these values and protect the rights of its citizens.
