The Islamic Republic has halted the burial of Zahra Kazemi, a Canadian-Iranian journalist and photographer, until the completion of investigations into the cause of her death. This action follows President Mohammad Khatami's order to form a special committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding Ms. Kazemi's death. Friends and relatives of Zahra Kazemi claim she was arrested after photographing the notorious Evin prison and was beaten by security officials to the point of falling into a coma. The official news agency of the Islamic Republic states that Ms. Kazemi was transferred to the hospital after expressing discomfort during police interrogation. Iranian officials have stated that she died from a stroke. Canadian officials are attempting to return Ms. Kazemi's body to Canada. The Canadian ambassador in Tehran expresses hope that the investigation will be conducted fairly.
Islamic Republic Halts Burial of Zahra Kazemi
The Iranian government has postponed the burial of Zahra Kazemi, a Canadian-Iranian journalist, pending an investigation into her death, which is believed to be linked to her arrest and alleged mistreatment by security forces. This situation has drawn attention from Canadian officials who are seeking to repatriate her body and ensure a fair investigation.
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Iran halts Zahra Kazemi's burial pending investigation into her death after alleged police abuse.
- Islamic Republic announce Zahra Kazemi
- President Mohammad Khatami investigate Zahra Kazemi's death
- Iranian security officials arrest Zahra Kazemi
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The investigation into Zahra Kazemi's death could impact Iran's international standing.
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