The lawyer of Abbas Vahidian Shahrudi, a writer and political prisoner, has requested medical leave and a delay of his sentence due to his client's critical health condition.
Ali Sharifzadeh Ardakani, Vahidian's lawyer, said that the request was made based on Vahidian’s psoriasis, respiratory issues, and a recommendation from the Forensic Medicine Organization.
During a recent prison visit, the severity of Vahidian’s health issues was reportedly evident.
Vahidian, a writer and religious scholar, was one of 14 political and civil activists who called for the resignation of Ali Khamenei in 2018. He is currently in poor physical condition while incarcerated.
He has been repeatedly arrested and imprisoned for political and human rights activities.
The prisoner suffers from multiple health issues, including heart and lung problems, asthma, high blood pressure, and psoriasis.
Despite the Forensic Medicine Organization confirming the need for medical treatment and recommending that he avoid stressful environments, Vahidian’s previous requests for medical leave and treatment have been denied.
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