Overview
Narges Mohammadi, the Nobel Peace Prize winner, faces a new trial in Iran after speaking out against the regime’s treatment of women.
Background
Narges Mohammadi, aged 52, has been imprisoned for over 12 years with multiple convictions. She has been detained 13 times, received five convictions, and faced a cumulative sentence of 31 years in prison along with 154 lashings.
New Trial
Jailed Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi is set to face a new trial related to an audio post condemning the Iranian regime’s treatment of women. The trial is scheduled to begin on Sunday, May 19.
Accusations
Mohammadi accused security forces of sexually assaulting female prisoners, sparking a new legal case against her. The charges include making “propaganda against the regime.”
Public Trial
Mohammadi’s family has requested a public trial to allow witnesses and survivors to testify about the sexual assaults carried out by the Iranian regime against women.
Previous Actions
In April, Mohammadi urged Iranian women to share their stories of arrest and sexual assault by Iranian authorities. She highlighted the case of journalist Dina Ghalibaf, who was reportedly arrested after accusing security forces of mistreatment.
Support
Mohammadi’s supporters shared her message, calling attention to the ongoing mistreatment of women in Iran. The Nobel laureate has been vocal about the abuses faced by women in the country.
Personal Impact
Since her imprisonment in November 2021, Mohammadi has been separated from her family, including her husband and twin children based in Paris. This upcoming trial will mark the fourth legal case against her.
