Iraqi women's rights activist Yanar Mohammed killed by gunmen only days after returning from Canada

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Pioneering Iraqi feminist and activist Yanar Mohammed was shot and killed outside her residence in the capital Baghdad on Monday.

Mohammed was reportedly killed after two unidentified gunmen opened fire on her at around 09:00 am local time as she stood outside of her home in Baghdad’s northern neighbourhood of al-Banoq. The activist was then rushed to hospital but succumbed to her injuries.

According to local media, Mohammed had only returned to Iraq from Canada a few days prior to her killing, raising questions on whether her whereabouts and activities were being tracked, and whether her death was the result of a targeted assassination.

No group has claimed responsibility and Iraqi authorities have yet to issue a statement on her death.

The Organisation of women’s Freedom in Iraq, the NGO that Mohammed founded, confirmed her death in a statement which read: "With profound sorrow and grief, and in a shock that words cannot describe, the Women's Freedom Organization in Iraq mourns the passing of its president, Yanar Mohammed, and extends its condolences to the liberation movement, the women's rights movement in Iraq, and the world at large."

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Statement from IKWRO

We are deeply shocked and heartbroken by the assassination of Yinar Mohammed — a fearless activist and President of the Women’s Freedom Organisation in Iraq.

We are deeply shocked and heartbroken by the assassination of Yinar Mohammed — a fearless activist and President of the Women’s Freedom Organisation in Iraq.

Yinar dedicated her life to defending women from violence, forced marriage, trafficking, and political persecution. She stood courageously for equality and justice despite constant threats. Her murder in Baghdad is not only a devastating personal loss — it is an attack on the struggle for women’s rights and human dignity.

At IKWRO, we recognise this violence for what it is: a targeted attempt to silence women’s leadership and activism. We condemn this act in the strongest possible terms and stand in solidarity with her colleagues, loved ones, and all those who continue the fight she championed.
We call on the Iraqi authorities to ensure a full, independent investigation and to hold those responsible to account.

Yinar’s voice cannot be silenced. Her legacy will continue to inspire all those striving for a world free from violence, oppression, and discrimination.
In solidarity and grief with her loved ones and family,

IKWRO – Women’s Rights Organisation

https://www.facebook.com/IKWRO/posts/pfbid0qEAJCucmzdFAwHdmueSHaw3wb9ookZx4NGARkdWnEXiWgGKSNr2cCjkqH1zknY8Ll

That’s awful. RIP

Such an amazing woman. And such a loss to women's rights. So brave to speak up as she did.

She knew the dangers and she still stood up to be counted. A brave woman, the world's a worse place today. RIP 😔

A lamb to the slaughter, just like Navalny.
Very brave woman.

What an appalling act of barbarity. May she rest in peace 💐

Thanks for posting, OP. What depressing news, abd what bravery on her part.

In case anyone is intersted. This came up on facebook.

Event by Houzan Mahmoud
Greenwich Borough Hall, Royal Hill, London, SE10 8RE

The revolution of Yanar Mohammed will live on

Join us in commemorating our dear comrade Yanar Mohammed, an icon of the Women’s Emancipatory struggle and a courageous communist leader, who was assassinated at the hands of criminal terrorist at her home in Baghdad on the morning of March 2nd of this year.

Date & time: Sunday 29th March 2026
From 3 pm to 7 pm
Address: Greenwich Borough Hall, Royal Hill, London, SE10 8RE

The hall is next to the Clock Tower, which is opposite Greenwich Station - (0.1 mile) (DLR & Southeastern Rail).

- We kindly request that those Parties, organisations, and individuals wishing to send statements or messages of solidarity to the event contact us in advance via below email:

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07551918002

Organisation of Women's Freedom in Iraq
Organisation of the Communist Alternative in Iraq

https://www.facebook.com/events/1509320357424468

If you are not on facebook you can just close the logn in box.