Afsaneh Nowruzi's husband reports mistreatment of his wife in Bandar Abbas prison. According to the Shargh newspaper, Mustafa Jahangiri mentions the issues affecting his wife's eyesight, stating, "My wife has committed no offense, yet they sprayed tear gas directly in her face; had her cellmates not helped her, she would have faced serious problems." Afsaneh Nowruzi is accused of murdering the head of the police intelligence in Kish Island six years ago with knife stabs. Nowruzi claims that the deceased intended to assault her, and she acted in self-defense. Jahangiri also reports the strictness of the prison officials in Bandar Abbas regarding visits with his wife, adding, "For over three years, I have been traveling from Tehran to Bandar Abbas with great difficulty to visit my wife, and in my last visit, the prison official asked for my marriage documents, even though this man previously knew me and had allowed me visits during this time." Mustafa Jahangiri, who has long been acquitted of complicity in the Kish murder case, continuously travels to Bandar Abbas for visits.
Mistreatment of Afsaneh Nowruzi in Prison
Mustafa Jahangiri reports mistreatment of his wife Afsaneh Nowruzi in prison, including tear gas exposure affecting her eyesight. Nowruzi is accused of murder, claiming self-defense against an attempted assault. The situation highlights ongoing issues of prisoner treatment and legal challenges in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Afsaneh Nowruzi is reported to have faced mistreatment in Bandar Abbas prison, including exposure to tear gas affecting her eyesight. Her husband, Mustafa Jahangiri, claims she is innocent and acted in self-defense during a past incident.
- Nowruzi is accused of murdering a police intelligence head six years ago.
- Jahangiri has faced difficulties visiting his wife due to strict prison regulations.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has a complex legal system where accusations can lead to severe consequences, especially for women. Self-defense claims are often scrutinized, particularly in cases involving violence.
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