Jamshid Sharmahd's abduction highlights Iran's use of state-sponsored kidnappings to silence dissent. The Islamic Republic has a history of assassinating its enemies abroad and has returned to these tactics of terror. Sharmahd's family has faced challenges in garnering empathy and support from traditional media and international organizations. Sharmahd emphasizes the need for international solidarity and a united international response to state-sponsored kidnapping. She calls for a united effort to protect and amplify the voices of freedom fighters in Iran.