Iranian Nobel laureate hospitalized following alleged violent arrest
Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was taken to hospital after what her family describes as a violent arrest by plainclothes agents in Mashhad. In a phone call to her family last week, Mohammadi said she had been beaten on the head and neck during the incident.
Mohammadi, known internationally for her advocacy on human rights and prison reform in Iran, has faced repeated harassment and imprisonment by Iranian authorities over the years. Her family expressed concern for her health, emphasising the severity of the injuries sustained during the arrest.
The alleged use of violence against a prominent activist has drawn condemnation from human rights groups, who have called for her immediate protection and the respect of her rights under international law. Observers note that Mohammadi’s case highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of political prisoners and activists in Iran.
Medical personnel are reportedly monitoring her condition, while family and supporters continue to advocate for her safety. The Iranian government has not publicly commented on the incident, and details remain difficult to verify independently due to restrictions on media and access to detainees.
The case adds to longstanding international scrutiny of Iran’s human rights record, particularly regarding the detention and treatment of activists, journalists, and political dissidents.