Iranian Woman Facing Execution Appeals From Prison for International Help

An Iranian woman sentenced to death in connection with protests earlier this year has appealed to the international community to help save her life and those of other prisoners.

The appeal was made in an audio recording released by human rights organisations on Wednesday. Its authenticity could not immediately be independently verified.

Speaking from prison, the woman urged international action to prevent her execution and protect fellow inmates, according to the recording.

The available account did not identify the woman or detail the charges against her. It also did not specify whether an execution date had been set.