Particle.news
Download on the App Store

Narges Mohammadi Reported Detained at Mashhad Memorial in Iran

The 2023 Nobel Peace laureate had been on temporary health release after a conviction for anti-state propaganda.

Overview

  • Her foundation said she was taken into custody on the morning of December 12 by local authorities in the northeastern city of Mashhad.
  • She was attending a memorial for a human-rights lawyer when police detained her, according to the announcement.
  • Several other human-rights activists were also taken, the foundation and supporting groups reported.
  • A support group said she gave a speech criticizing Iran’s leadership and was handled roughly, and videos on social media showed participants chanting anti-government slogans.
  • News agencies cite the foundation’s account, and there was no independent confirmation from Iranian authorities in the reports provided.