Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, who is currently serving a 10-year jail term, has won the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize.
The UN said the award highlighted “the courage and determination of the women of Iran and how they are an inspiration to the world”.
Speaking to the BBC in 2020, Ms Mohammadi explained why she was dedicating herself to advancing women’s rights in Iran.
“In my opinion, supporting human rights efforts and actions aimed at achieving freedom and justice anywhere in the world, whether in Iran or any other country, is very important and very heart-warming,” she said.
In announcing the decision, the Norwegian Nobel Committee said Ms. Mohammadi, 51, was honored for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran.’
Held in the notorious Evin prison in the capital, Tehran, supporters worry that the activist is being mistreated …and worse.
