The family home of Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi has reportedly been demolished, according to the news outlet IranWire.
In October, Rekabi competed without her hijab in South Korea, following the death of Mahsa Amini amid anti-regime protests throughout Iran. Some human rights groups expressed concerns for Rekabi’s safety when sheThe 22-year-old Amini died after being taken into the custody of the morality police for allegedly not wearing her hijab properly.
She later posted on her Instagram account, “I am endlessly grateful for the support of you, all the people of Iran, the most decent people of the planet, athletes and non-athletes, and all your support in [the] international community.”
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