Vancouver Activist Makes Appearance on Iranian TV Months After Arrest at Rally
A Vancouver activist, who was arrested at a rally in Iran earlier this year, has recently made an appearance on Iranian television. The activist, who has been identified as Maryam Hosseinkhah, was arrested in March during a protest against the Iranian government’s treatment of women’s rights activists.
Hosseinkhah’s appearance on Iranian TV has sparked controversy and raised concerns about her well-being. Many are questioning whether her appearance was voluntary or if she was coerced into making a statement in support of the Iranian government.
According to sources, Hosseinkhah appeared on the Iranian TV program “Good Morning Iran” on Monday, where she praised the Iranian government and its policies. She also expressed gratitude for her arrest, stating that it gave her the opportunity to see the “true face” of the Iranian government.
Hosseinkhah’s appearance on Iranian TV has been met with skepticism and concern from her supporters and human rights organizations. They believe that her statement was made under duress and that she may have been forced to make false statements in order to secure her release.
Hosseinkhah’s arrest in March was part of a crackdown on women’s rights activists in Iran. She was one of several activists who were arrested for participating in a rally against the mandatory hijab law in Iran. The law requires women to cover their hair in public, and those who violate it can face fines or imprisonment.
The Canadian government has been closely monitoring Hosseinkhah’s case and has been in contact with her family. In a statement, Global Affairs Canada expressed concern over her appearance on Iranian TV and reiterated their call for her release.
Hosseinkhah’s family has also released a statement, stating that they are deeply worried about her well-being and that they believe her appearance on Iranian TV was not voluntary.
The Iranian government has yet to comment on Hosseinkhah’s appearance on TV. However, this incident has once again brought attention to the human rights situation in Iran and the treatment of women’s rights activists.
As of now, it is unclear what the future holds for Hosseinkhah and whether she will be released from custody. But one thing is certain, her appearance on Iranian TV has raised serious concerns and has shed light on the ongoing human rights issues in Iran.
