Now,TIMEhas recognized Iranian women as the 2022 Heroes of the Year.
It is especially important now as protestors are being met with strict repercussions, including the death penalty.
In fact, a23-year-old protestor has just recently been hanged.
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He is the first of 11 who have already been sentenced to death.
TIMEhas recognized the women of Iran as the 2022 Heroes of the Year.
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The announcement inspired celebrities and activists to praise the demonstrators.
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The Women of Iran are@TIMEs 2022 Heroes of the Year.