Son calls for Iran prisoner exchange for British pair
Summary
A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, have been in an Iranian prison since January 2025, sentenced to 10 years on espionage charges they deny. Their son, Joe Bennett, is calling for a prisoner exchange to help secure their release as the couple is on a hunger strike.Key Facts
- Craig and Lindsay Foreman have been held in Iran since January 2025.
- They were sentenced to 10 years in prison for espionage, which they deny.
- Their appeal against the sentence was rejected, and the case is now with Iran’s Supreme Court.
- The Foremans have been on a hunger strike, Craig for 30 days and Lindsay for 21 days.
- Joe Bennett, their son, suggests exchanging an Iranian prisoner held in the UK to gain their freedom.
- The UK government says it is working for the couple’s return but has not confirmed plans for a prisoner swap.
- Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy said prisoner exchanges are possible but did not comment on this specific case.
- The UK Foreign Office warns citizens not to travel to Iran due to risks of detention.
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