The Human Rights Defenders Association announced the formation of a new case against Mohammad Najafi, a lawyer imprisoned in Evin Prison. This professional association stated on its Telegram channel on Wednesday, July 7, that the new case in the Arak Prosecutor's Office relates to Najafi's reporting on pressures and threats against detained protesters. According to this report, this human rights activist disclosed in an audio file about 'threats of sexual assault and psychological abuse' against protesters who were arrested during last year's nationwide protests. The Human Rights Defenders Association reported that, amid increasing pressures against Mohammad Najafi, another case has been reopened against him on charges of 'spreading falsehoods' related to the release of two audio files addressed to Ali Khamenei. This civil activist had previously faced judicial persecution for reporting on a deceased protester and for expressing support for the nationwide protests of 1401. The news agency HRANA reported in Farvardin of this year that Mohammad Najafi was sentenced to three years in prison and fined for sending an audio file from Arak Prison and expressing support for the recent nationwide protests. This lawyer had previously reported on Vahid Heydari, a deceased protester during detention in 1396. Since 1397, Mohammad Najafi has been imprisoned multiple times on charges such as 'spreading falsehoods,' 'propaganda against the regime,' 'insulting the leadership,' and 'aiding an enemy government.' According to the Human Rights Defenders Association, this lawyer currently faces restrictions on communication while in prison. The association described Mohammad Najafi as a 'brave, free, and innocent' lawyer and called for his unconditional release. Following the outbreak of last year's nationwide protests, Iranian authorities have imposed widespread restrictions, including increased pressure on lawyers, civil activists, and journalists. Mohammad Najafi, before returning to prison, expressed at the grave of Mehrshad Shahidi: 'Together we will defeat the enemy.'
New Case Filed Against Imprisoned Lawyer for Informing About Pressures and Threats Against Detainees
A new case has been filed against imprisoned lawyer Mohammad Najafi for informing about threats against detained protesters. Najafi has faced multiple legal challenges for his activism and reporting on human rights abuses. This situation highlights the increasing repression of civil rights in Iran.
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Iranian authorities filed a new case against lawyer Mohammad Najafi for exposing threats against detainees.
- Human Rights Defenders Association announce Mohammad Najafi
- Iranian authorities arrest Mohammad Najafi
- Iranian authorities indict Mohammad Najafi
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The case against Najafi underscores the Iranian regime's crackdown on dissent and civil liberties.
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