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British couple jailed in Iran: 'We're likely to be here for a long time'

British couple jailed in Iran: 'We're likely to be here for a long time'

Summary

A British couple, Lindsay and Craig Foreman, have been imprisoned in Iran’s Evin prison since January 2025, accused of spying, which they deny. They face a 10-year sentence and continue to communicate with their family under difficult conditions while coping with the challenges of prison life during a recent war involving Iran.

Key Facts

  • Lindsay Foreman is 53 years old and Craig Foreman is 52.
  • They were arrested in Iran on suspicion of espionage while on a motorcycle trip around the world.
  • Their 10-year prison sentence was given in February 2025.
  • The couple is held separately in Evin prison and has limited contact with each other and their family.
  • Their son, Joe Bennett, now receives regular phone calls from them via the British Foreign Office.
  • The British embassy in Iran is temporarily closed due to war, so consular visits do not happen.
  • The couple endured fear during recent US-Israel attacks on Iran but now live through the routine of prison life.
  • Lindsay reads books from the prison library to keep her spirits up, and Craig finds support among other foreign prisoners.
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