Iranian activist Nargis Mohammadi said that winning the Nobel Peace Prize would make her a more resilient and hopeful fighter for democratic rights and freedoms. The vice president of the “Human Rights Defenders” center explained his feelings about being deemed worthy of this award in an interview with the newspaper. New York Times.
During the meeting, Mohammedi promised to stay in Iran and continue the fight for women’s rights and gender equality in the country. He noted that he would not refuse to take the necessary measures even if he risked spending the rest of his life in prison.
“Undoubtedly, the Nobel Peace Prize will give me endurance, determination, hope and enthusiasm on this path and will accelerate my steps,” the human rights activist said.
His wife, Taghi Rahmani, also noted that the Nobel Committee’s decision was supported by hundreds of thousands of Iranians. According to the publication, the man currently lives in Paris with his children.
5 October happened It is known that the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Iranian human rights defender Nargiz Muhammadi. The committee explained that this decision was taken in connection with the activist’s struggle for women’s rights in Iran.
According to reports, 13 police officers arrested Muhammadi for his activities. The human rights defender was sentenced to a total of 31 years in prison and is currently in prison.
Previously in the Kremlin commented He awarded the Nobel Peace Prize to an Iranian activist.
Source: Gazeta
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