Nobel laureate says Iran’s repression of society has increased since the war began, but ‘a wave of resistance among the people’ is rising up
- Posted on September 19, 2026
- By Fortune
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In brief
Narges Mohammadi, the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize recipient, highlights the escalating authoritarian measures implemented by Iran's government following the onset of military conflict. Despite her temporary release from incarceration due to health concerns, the acclaimed human rights activist emphasizes the growing momentum of civil resistance movements across the nation. Her testimony underscores the interconnection between geopolitical tensions and domestic oppression, while documenting emerging grassroots opposition to state control.
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Nobel laureate says Iran’s repression of society has increased since the war began, but ‘a wave of resistance among the people’ is rising up
Narges Mohammadi, 54, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023, was temporarily released from prison for medical reasons earlier this year.
