Iran Issues Death Threats to Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Over Continued Activism
Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, is facing serious death threats from Iranian authorities due to her continued human rights advocacy.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee confirmed the threat after direct communication with Mohammadi, who remains on temporary medical leave from Tehran’s Evin Prison.
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Despite ongoing warnings from the regime, Mohammadi has continued to speak publicly and engage with international media and institutions. Iranian officials have reportedly demanded that she halt all such activities or face severe consequences.
The Nobel Committee has assessed that these threats pose a credible risk to her life, raising international concern. Mohammadi’s legal team has previously warned that her return to prison could happen at any time, highlighting the precarious nature of her temporary release.
AN URGENT MESSAGE FROM THE NORWEGIAN NOBEL COMMITTEE REGARDING NARGES MOHAMMADI
— The Nobel Prize (@NobelPrize) July 11, 2025
The Norwegian Nobel Committee is alarmed by reports of serious threats against Narges Mohammadi, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023.
Ms. Mohammadi was awarded the prize for her fight… pic.twitter.com/jI1qhX1QR0
A long-time critic of Iran’s policies, Mohammadi has been imprisoned multiple times for challenging the government’s use of the death penalty, restrictions on free expression, and compulsory dress codes for women.
She was still incarcerated when she received the Nobel Peace Prize for her work defending civil liberties in Iran. Her activism continues to focus on systemic issues deeply embedded in the Islamic Republic’s power structure.
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has urged the Iranian government to ensure the safety of its citizens who engage in peaceful dissent and to uphold international standards on human rights and free speech.