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Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Arrested at Memorial

12/12/2025

Summary

Story summary

On December 12, 2025, Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was arrested by Iranian security forces during a Mashhad memorial for Khosrow Alikordi, who was found dead under suspicious circumstances.
Supporters say she was leading chants against the regime when detained.
Mohammadi has faced imprisonments and health issues and was on medical furlough after surgery.
Narges Foundation called for the immediate release of detained activists and raised health concerns.

History

Historical Context

The Iranian Revolution culminated in 1979 with the overthrow of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, leading to the establishment of the Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. This shift marked the end of monarchy and the rise of theocratic governance, characterized by repression of dissent, as seen in Narges Mohammadi's recent arrest, echoing the violent crackdowns of the revolution era.

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Story summary

On December 12, 2025, Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was arrested by Iranian security forces during a Mashhad memorial for Khosrow Alikordi, who was found dead under suspicious circumstances.
Supporters say she was leading chants against the regime when detained.
Mohammadi has faced imprisonments and health issues and was on medical furlough after surgery.
Narges Foundation called for the immediate release of detained activists and raised health concerns.

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