A judge in Iran has put one of the agents of the Ministry of Intelligence and Security under pursuit in connection with the death of an Iranian-Canadian journalist. Last month, two agents of the Islamic Republic's Ministry of Intelligence and Security were implicated in the death of Ms. Zahra Kazemi, but the Islamic Republic's prosecutor rejected these accusations and called for further investigations. Iran has not disclosed the details of the new accusations raised today nor has it mentioned the identity of the Ministry of Intelligence agent who is being pursued. Ms. Zahra Kazemi died on July 10 in a Tehran detention center. She was arrested on June 23 while photographing outside Evin Prison. Investigations have shown that she died from a brain hemorrhage caused by a blow to her head.
An Iranian Ministry of Intelligence Agent is Wanted in Connection with Zahra Kazemi's Death - 2003-09-22
An Iranian judge has issued a pursuit order for a Ministry of Intelligence agent linked to the death of Zahra Kazemi, an Iranian-Canadian journalist who died in custody. This follows previous accusations against two other agents, which were dismissed by the prosecutor. The case highlights ongoing concerns about human rights and accountability in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Iran pursues Ministry of Intelligence agent linked to Zahra Kazemi's death.
- Iranian judge arrest Ministry of Intelligence agent
- Islamic Republic's prosecutor reject accusations against agents
- Iranian authorities investigate Zahra Kazemi's death
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The pursuit of the intelligence agent indicates potential shifts in accountability for human rights abuses.
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