2 Russian Mobsters Sentenced to 25 Years for Attempt to Kill Iranian Dissident Journalist

Two Russian mobsters were sentenced to 25 years in prison for plotting to kill Iranian American journalist Masih Alinejad, allegedly on behalf of the Iranian government. The men, Rafat Amirov and Polad Omarov, were convicted in Manhattan federal court. Alinejad, known for her activism against Iran's forced hijab laws, has faced constant threats and has had to move nearly two dozen times since the plot was discovered. Despite the danger, she remains outspoken and continues her activism from New York. The case is ongoing, with new charges filed against a senior Iranian military official and three others involved in the plots. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.