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Aghajari: I Am Ready for Martyrdom

Feb 9, 2026 February 9, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Hashim Aghajari, an Iranian professor sentenced to death for his views, declares he will not participate in any court proceedings and is ready for martyrdom. His defense attorney reports that he is in good health but has lost faith in the judicial system due to mistreatment. This situation highlights ongoing issues of judicial fairness and freedom of expression in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Aghajari's stance highlights ongoing issues of freedom of expression and judicial integrity in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Hashim Aghajari MENTIONED
Iranian professor at Tarbiat Modares University
"Aghajari is a prominent academic figure whose case has become symbolic of the struggle for freedom of expression in Iran."
Iranian Judicial System MENTIONED
Government institution responsible for legal proceedings
"The judicial system in Iran is often criticized for its handling of cases involving freedom of speech and political dissent."

📰 What Happened

Hashim Aghajari, sentenced to death for his views, has declared he will not participate in further court proceedings and is prepared for martyrdom. His lawyer reports he is in good health but distrusts the judicial system.

  • Aghajari was sentenced to death for expressing his thoughts at a university.
  • He is currently imprisoned in Evin Prison and refuses to engage with the court system.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This case underscores issues of judicial fairness and freedom of expression, potentially fueling domestic dissent.
🌍 Regional: It highlights the broader regional struggle for human rights and freedom of speech.
🌐 International: The case may attract international criticism and pressure on Iran regarding human rights practices.

📚 Background

Iran has a history of suppressing dissent and limiting freedom of expression, often leading to international criticism.

Freedom of expression in Iran Iranian judicial system
📡 Source: NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The Iranian Students News Agency (ISNA) is generally considered a reliable source within Iran, though it operates under certain governmental constraints.

Hashim Aghajari, referring to the violation of his rights in the handling of his legal case, states that he will no longer appear in any court and is prepared for martyrdom and death. Mr. Aghajari is an Iranian professor at Tarbiat Modares University in Tehran, who was sentenced to death last year for expressing his thoughts at Hamadan University. According to the Iranian Students News Agency (ISNA), Aghajari's defense attorney met with him for about two to three hours while he is imprisoned in Ward 3 of Evin Prison, and reported that his physical and mental condition is good. However, he continues to emphasize that the improper treatment he has received has led him to distrust the judicial system of the country and he is unwilling to appear in any court or write a request for clarification of his situation.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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