Narges Mohammadi Granted Temporary Medical Leave

Narges Mohammadi, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and prominent Iranian human rights activist, has been granted a 21-day temporary release from Tehran's Evin prison to recover from surgery related to cancer concerns. Following the operation to remove a potentially malignant part of her leg bone, her supporters argue that this brief furlough is insufficient for her recovery, emphasizing her need for specialized medical treatment in a safe environment. Mohammadi, who has spent nearly 14 years imprisoned on charges including collusion against state security, was reported to be in a fragile state, requiring ambulance transport home. Advocates, including the Nobel Committee, are calling for her permanent release, highlighting the inadequate medical care she has received during her incarceration. Mohammadi exited the prison chanting 'Woman, Life, Freedom', symbolizing her ongoing fight for women's rights and broader human rights issues in Iran. Her case continues to draw international attention, reflecting the dire conditions faced by political prisoners in the country.