“This prize is first and foremost a recognition of the very important work of a whole movement in Iran with its undisputed leader, Narges Mohammadi," Reiss-Andersen said.
Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi wins the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting women's oppression
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She said the committee hopes the prize "is an encouragement to continue the work in whichever form this movement finds to be fitting.” She also urged Iran to release Mohammadi in time for the prize ceremony on Dec. 10.
Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi wins the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting women's oppression
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