Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after a health crisis in prison

May 1, 2026 - 21:51

The imprisoned Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi has been rushed to a hospital in northwestern Iran following what her foundation described as a "catastrophic deterioration" of her health. The transfer occurred on Friday after her condition worsened sharply while she was held in detention.

Mohammadi, a prominent human rights activist, has been serving a long prison sentence for her advocacy work, including campaigns against the mandatory hijab and the death penalty. Her foundation reported that she experienced a severe health crisis that required immediate medical attention outside the prison facility. The exact nature of her medical condition has not been fully disclosed, but sources close to her family have expressed deep concern.

The Nobel laureate has faced repeated health issues during her incarceration, often linked to the harsh conditions of her imprisonment and alleged denial of proper medical care. International human rights organizations have frequently called for her release, citing her deteriorating health and the political nature of her detention.

This latest hospitalization has renewed global attention on her case, with activists urging Iranian authorities to ensure she receives adequate treatment and to consider her release on humanitarian grounds. The Iranian government has not issued an official statement regarding the incident.