Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was reportedly beaten by prison guards after leading a protest against the death penalty. Her requests for medical care and a meeting with her lawyer were denied. Mohammadi, serving a 10-year sentence, has been an advocate for human rights and women's rights from inside Evin prison. The incident occurred during a protest against the planned execution of a Kurdish man, and the guards' response resulted in injuries to several women, including Mohammadi. Her husband expressed concern for her well-being and accused the authorities of deliberately punishing her due to her international profile. The prison organization denied the physical abuse claims, attributing the incident to Mohammadi's instigation. This comes amid a surge in executions in Iran, raising concern among human rights organizations. The country is also experiencing internal turmoil following the election of a new president and heightened regional tensions.