Iran's judiciary has sentenced Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, to six years in prison, as announced by her lawyer on Sunday. The sentence includes a conviction for organizing crimes and secret agreements, reflecting her long-standing activism against the death penalty and human rights abuses in Iran. In addition to the prison term, Mohammadi faces a two-year travel ban after serving her sentence, and she has received an additional one-and-a-half-year sentence for her propaganda activities.

Mohammadi's lawyer, Mostafa Nili, stated that under Iranian law, prison sentences are served concurrently, which raises questions about the duration of Mohammadi's imprisonment in light of her prior sentences. Furthermore, Nili expressed concerns regarding Mohammadi’s health, hoping that she might be temporarily released on bail for treatment. He also pointed out that the verdict is not final and can be appealed, indicating possible legal avenues for Mohammadi as her case continues.

This situation is part of a broader pattern in Iran, where government officials have increasingly targeted activists and dissenters, especially those championing human rights. Mohammadi has been imprisoned multiple times over the past 25 years, which raises international concerns over Iran's commitment to human rights and its treatment of political prisoners. This case could incite further reactions from global organizations and human rights advocates as they scrutinize Iran's legal system and its handling of political dissent.