The conservative newspaper, the Islamic Republic, in its 'For Your Information' column today, severely criticized international media for their coverage of the report by the Iranian Parliament's Article 90 Commission regarding the death of the late Zahra Kazemi, identifying this photojournalist as an agent of the Israeli intelligence agency, Mossad. Ms. Kazemi was arrested following the unrest in Tehran last June and died in one of the city's prisons due to a brain injury. Previously, Iran's Ministry of Intelligence had rejected the accusation of her being a spy. The Islamic Republic states in its note: 'Zahra Kazemi, who came to Tehran under the guise of preparing photos and reports for a Canadian publication during the June disturbances, acted as a spy for Mossad, was arrested, and suspiciously died, has become a tool for coordinated propaganda by foreign media and affiliated elements against the regime.'
Islamic Republic Newspaper: Zahra Kazemi was a Mossad Agent - 2003-10-30
The Islamic Republic newspaper accused Zahra Kazemi, a photojournalist who died in custody, of being a Mossad agent. This claim comes amidst criticism of international media coverage of her death. The Iranian government previously dismissed espionage allegations against her.
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📰 What Happened
Islamic Republic newspaper accuses Zahra Kazemi of being a Mossad agent after her suspicious death.
- Islamic Republic newspaper announce Zahra Kazemi
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The accusation against Kazemi illustrates the Iranian regime's stance on dissent and foreign interference.
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