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.
Aghajari: I Am Ready for Martyrdom
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.
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📰 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
📚 Background
Iran has a history of suppressing dissent and limiting freedom of expression, often leading to international criticism.
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