Nobel laureate Mohammadi moved to Tehran hospital
Narges Mohammadi has been released on bail and transferred to a hospital in Tehran due to health concerns. Her foundation reported that this move follows her collapse in prison. (sources: dw, france24, pbs, reuters, ap)
Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has been moved to a hospital in Tehran for urgent medical treatment after collapsing in prison. Her release on bail comes amid concerns for her health.
- Narges Mohammadi has been released on bail and transferred to a Tehran hospital.
- Her foundation reported that she collapsed in prison prior to her transfer.
- Supporters had raised alarms about her health, indicating she was at risk of dying in prison.
Why it matters
The situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding the treatment of political prisoners in Iran.
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