In a concerning development from Tehran’s Evin Prison, Zohreh Sarv, a noted Iranian political activist and constitutional monarchist, has reportedly suffered a gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Sarv, who has been on a hunger strike for 20 days, was arrested in September 2021 due to her activities on social media.
Zohreh Sarv’s arrest by the Islamic Republic regime’s security forces sparked widespread concern among human rights advocates. Initially held in the custody of the #IRGCterrorists for a month, she was later transferred to Evin Prison, where she is currently serving a six-year sentence.
The hunger strike, a protest against her detention and the broader treatment of political prisoners in Iran, has taken a grave toll on Sarv’s health. The gastrointestinal hemorrhage signifies a severe escalation in her medical condition, raising alarms among her supporters and human rights organizations worldwide.
Sarv’s imprisonment and subsequent health crisis have become emblematic of the challenges faced by political activists in Iran. Her case has attracted international attention, highlighting the harsh conditions and the plight of those incarcerated for expressing dissenting views in the country.
As Sarv’s health deteriorates, calls for her release and for the improvement of conditions for political prisoners in Iran are intensifying. The situation in Evin Prison, particularly for activists like Zohreh Sarv, remains a critical concern for advocates of human rights and freedom of expression within and outside of Iran.