How far will a government go to silence a voice it fears? That question looms large.
Iranian authorities violently arrested Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi in Mashhad, according to her foundation.
She was detained alongside other activists at a memorial for Khosrow Alikordi.
He was a lawyer whose suspicious death last week had sparked calls for an independent investigation.
The Nobel Committee weighed in quickly, expressing deep concern.
They urged Tehran to “immediately clarify Mohammadi’s whereabouts and ensure her safety and integrity.” Iran has not commented publicly.
Mohammadi, 53, has been a relentless advocate for women’s rights and human rights in Iran, winning the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize for her courage.
Activist Continues Defiance
Over the past year, she openly defied the regime, refusing to wear the mandatory headscarf and meeting fellow activists.
Her defiance comes despite receiving repeated threats and warnings, including from “agents of the regime,” according to the Nobel Committee.
Her husband, Taghi Rahmani, called the arrest “violent” and described it as part of a wider crackdown on dissent.
Mohammadi has faced arrest 13 times and has been sentenced to over 36 years in prison and 154 lashes — yet she continues to speak out.
With courage like hers, is it any wonder the world watches Iran closely?
Narges Mohammadi’s story is a stark reminder: fighting for freedom often comes at a high personal cost. But her voice refuses to be silenced.
