Iran sentences awardwinning director Jafar Panahi 'in abstentia' to one year in prison
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- Iran has sentenced acclaimed filmmaker Jafar Panahi to one year in prison in absentia, along with a two-year travel ban, citing alleged propaganda activities. The ruling also prohibits him from participating in political or social groups, according to his lawyer.
- This development highlights the ongoing repression of artistic expression and dissent in Iran, particularly against prominent figures like Panahi, who has previously faced legal challenges for his work. The planned appeal by his legal team underscores the contentious relationship between the Iranian government and its critics.
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