Joe Biden Praises Narges Mohammadi's 'Unwavering Courage': She Must Be Released from Prison Immediately

Joe Biden, the President of the United States, issued a statement congratulating Narges Mohammadi on receiving the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize and called on the Islamic Republic to immediately free her and other gender equality activists. Biden highlighted Ms. Mohammadi's 'unwavering courage' and stated that her commitment to creating a future that women and the people of Iran deserve is inspiring for human rights and human dignity fighters worldwide. The U.S. President noted Ms. Mohammadi's strengthened resolve and efforts despite her current unjust imprisonment in Evin Prison, torture, and harassment, stating that the award is a recognition of her and a sign that her call for freedom and equality is being heard globally. Biden also pointed to the unfortunate coincidence of the Nobel Peace Prize award with reports of the 'morality police' attack on Armita Garavand, a 16-year-old girl, asserting that the people of Iran will not remain silent in their fight for a free and democratic future and will not accept intimidation. According to the U.S. President, the 'Women, Life, Freedom' peaceful movement of the Iranian people, demanding respect for human rights, has instilled hope in people around the world. In his statement, Biden emphasized that the United States continues to honor the courage of all human rights defenders and the memory of Mahsa Amini, as well as all those killed, injured, and detained by the Islamic Republic, and will continue to support the efforts of Iranians to defend their future, freedom of expression, gender equality, and to end gender-based violence against women and girls everywhere. The U.S. President also referred to his country's ongoing diplomatic initiative to highlight, condemn, and promote accountability for human rights violations in Iran, including sending anti-censorship tools to enable tens of millions of Iranians to access the internet and sanctioning hundreds of individuals and entities responsible for human rights violations. In conclusion, Biden stated that the United States will continue to stand with Narges Mohammadi, the brave people of Iran, and all fighters for a more equal and freer world. Global reactions to the Nobel Peace Prize for Narges Mohammadi: A reward for perseverance and resistance. Taghi Rahmani, Narges Mohammadi's husband: The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the 'Women, Life, Freedom' movement. Iranians praised Narges Mohammadi's 'struggle for freedom' and 'her resilience in the fight' in their messages to her.