Paragraph 1: Mahshar Parandin, a woman in her fifties raised as a Christian from Muslim origins, received authorization to temporarily leave Evin Prison in Tehran to seek medical treatment. She is serving a two-year sentence handed down by an Iranian Revolutionary Court and has family responsibilities, including supporting a school-age child.
Paragraph 2: Reports indicate that her health is affected by a heart condition and tumors near the throat and brain, with suspected cancer in the lymphatic system. Doctors reportedly advised immediate treatment, but requests for specialized care and medical leave were repeatedly denied, prompting human rights groups to press authorities for action.
Paragraph 3: The medical leave was granted with a financial guarantee, resulting in a ten-day period for Mahshar to begin necessary treatments. While this marks a positive development, family and supporters say the timeframe is insufficient to complete the recommended care, and there remains concern she could be returned to prison before treatment ends. Similar cases have been reported involving other detained Christians in Iran who faced obstacles in obtaining adequate medical care.
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