Iran Cordons Off Teen Protester's Grave on Death Anniversary

The Islamic Republic authorities have blocked access to the gravesite of a teenager killed during the 2022 protests, coinciding with the second anniversary of her death.

Atash Shakarami, the aunt of Nika Shakarami, reported that security forces have blocked roads leading to Hayat al-Ghaib cemetery, where Nika is buried.

Shakarami stated on Instagram that their family is being denied access to the cemetery and Nika's grave.

In her post, she wrote: "The roads to Hayat al-Ghaib cemetery have been closed by repressive forces and will remain blocked until Saturday, September 21."

She added that the movement of local residents has also been disrupted, funeral ceremonies in the area have been canceled, and daily life has been severely affected.

Friday marks the second anniversary of Nika Shakarami's death.

Nika Shakarami was a teenage protester who participated in the 2022 uprising sparked by the custodial death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amani. Nika was abducted by security agents and killed after being subjected to torture and sexual abuse.