Mashayeh Amini was an Iranian woman who was denied the freedom to express her opinions and ideas, and who sadly passed away recently. The European Parliament President, Robert Mestolla, recently announced that the Iranian government has denied the family of Mashayeh Amini the permission to travel to France to accept the Andrei Sakharov Freedom of Thought Award on her behalf.
The Andrei Sakharov Freedom of Thought Award was created by the European Parliament in 1988 to honor individuals and organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to defending human rights and freedom of thought. The award was presented to Mashayeh Amini in recognition of her tireless efforts and dedication to the cause of freedom of expression in Iran.
Mashayeh Amini was an Iranian lawyer and human rights activist who was a leader in the fight for freedom of expression in Iran. She was inspired to take up the cause after her brother was arrested and imprisoned for speaking out against the Iranian government. She then became a vocal critic of the Iranian government and its policies, and was a staunch advocate for freedom of expression and human rights.
Mashayeh Amini’s work for freedom of expression was recognized by the European Parliament when they awarded her the Andrei Sakharov Freedom of Thought Award. The award was intended as a gesture of solidarity with her and her family, and was meant to be a way to honor her courage and dedication to the cause.
Unfortunately, the Iranian government has denied her family the permission to travel to France to accept the award on her behalf. This is a clear violation of the fundamental rights of freedom of expression and movement, and a reminder of the lack of human rights in Iran.
The European Parliament has strongly condemned the Iranian government’s decision and has called on the international community to take action. The Parliament has also expressed its sincere condolences to Mashayeh Amini’s family and has vowed to continue its fight to ensure freedom of expression in Iran.
The Andrei Sakharov Freedom of Thought Award is a reminder of the importance of freedom of expression and the need to continue the fight for human rights in Iran. Mashayeh Amini’s legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of those who continue to fight for freedom and justice in Iran.
