The president of Norway’s parliament has extended wishes of support to Pouria Zeraati, the Iran International journalist who was stabbed in London by unknown individuals.
Masud Gharahkhani, an Iranian-born lawmaker, took to social media to express his support for Zeraati, describing him as a "skillful and courageous journalist."
He shared a photo of himself with Zeraati and wished him a speedy recovery, expressing hope that Zeraati would “continue to give a voice to all the young people fighting for freedom and democracy in Iran.”
Zeraati was discharged from the hospital on Sunday after sustaining injuries to his leg during the attack outside his London home on Friday afternoon.
According to eyewitnesses cited by The Standard newspaper, two young men stabbed the journalist multiple times before fleeing the scene.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but it comes amid heightened tensions following the revelation of a plot by the Iranian regime to assassinate two other Iran International journalists.
London's Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation into the incident, acknowledging Zeraati's profession as a reporter for a Persian-language media outlet based in Britain amid multiple death threats to Iranians living In the UK.
Given the numerous threats against Iran International journalists since the 2022 uprising began, including the recent assassination plot, the attack on Zeraati is being treated with utmost seriousness. Specialist counter-terrorism officers are leading the inquiry.
In response to the attack, several political figures and civil activists, including Masih Alinejad, Shirin Ebadi, and Alireza Akhondi, have condemned the assault on Zeraati, emphasizing the importance of press freedom and the safety of journalists worldwide.
