"Meeting" is a brief narrative about those whose lives are confined to a four-walled space called prison. In each section of this program, we visit one of those who are referred to as "political-ideological prisoners" by human rights organizations. Farhad Mithaami is a 48-year-old civil activist who has been in prison since August 8. He supports the movement of the girls of the Revolution Street, considering their actions as a non-violent civil activity. Mithaami is a graduate of medicine from Tehran University, where he was an outstanding student. After graduating, he immediately began studying for his specialization in his favorite field, pathobiology. However, at this point, he suddenly decided to abandon his studies and university to engage in activities that he believed were more effective. The information available in this audio file relates to the time of its preparation, editing, and publication, and the status of the political and ideological prisoner in question may have changed since this report was made.
Meeting with Farhad Mithaami
Farhad Mithaami, a 48-year-old civil activist and supporter of non-violent protests, has been imprisoned since August 8. He abandoned his medical studies to pursue activism, highlighting the plight of political prisoners in Iran. His case reflects the ongoing repression of dissent in the country.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Farhad Mithaami, a civil activist, has been imprisoned since August 8 for supporting non-violent protests. His case highlights the repression of political dissent in Iran.
- Mithaami abandoned his medical studies to engage in civil activism.
- He is categorized as a political-ideological prisoner by human rights organizations.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a history of imprisoning political activists, particularly those who advocate for reform or challenge the regime's authority.
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