Iran's judiciary has sentenced Narges Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, to 7 years and 6 months in prison. The sentence was imposed by the Mashhad Revolutionary Court, which accused her of holding assemblies against state security and conducting propaganda against the Islamic Republic. In addition to her prison term, Mohammadi has also been subjected to a two-year travel ban and is to be exiled to Hosfesh in eastern Iran. Notably, this ruling follows her temporary release due to health issues while serving a previous 13 years and 9 months in prison, highlighting the ongoing risks faced by activists in Iran.

Mohammadi's activism has repeatedly put her at odds with the Iranian authorities, culminating in her detention following anti-government statements made during a memorial service for a rights lawyer who died under suspicious circumstances. This latest sentence brings her total prison time to 44 years, underscoring the severity of state repression against dissenting voices. Mohammadi's husband, Taghi Rahmani, stated she entered the trial believing the process was illegitimate, opting not to defend herself.

In response to Mohammadi's sentencing, her foundation condemned the ruling as a retaliatory measure that violates international human rights standards. The foundation calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all political prisoners in Iran, including Mohammadi. This case is part of a broader crackdown by the Iranian government on reformist politicians and activists, as it also arrested at least four reformist politicians on the same day, indicating escalating tensions within the country as it faces both internal dissent and international scrutiny.