The parents of Parastou Forouhar, an artist we interviewed for our video The Power of Ornament, who were active critics of the Iranian regime were killed along three other dissidents by the intelligence service in 1998. A proper investigation of the crime was never conducted and also the ceremony in rememberance of Darioush and Parvaneh Forouhar is yearly thwarted by the regime.

Since the 5th of December, the artist is held in Iran where she has been attending a commemoration ceremony for her parents. The artist’s departure was denied by the regime and the Ministry of Information is taking actions against her.

We want to express our solidarity with Parastou Forouhar and we hope for her prompt release. (wh/ek/es)

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