Son of couple jailed in Iran "desperately worried" as stepdad's sentence extended
Summary
A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, have been jailed in Iran for over 18 months on spying charges that their family and officials say are false. Craig’s prison sentence was recently extended by two years without a proper legal process, and both have been on hunger strikes that have seriously weakened their health.Key Facts
- Craig Foreman, 52, and his wife Lindsay, 53, were arrested in Iran in January 2025 during a motorcycle trip from Europe to Asia.
- They were charged with espionage in February 2025 and sentenced to 10 years each by a judge who faces sanctions for unfair trials.
- Craig’s sentence was increased by two years after he spoke to the media, without access to a lawyer or translator during the decision.
- Both have been held mostly at Evin prison in Tehran, known for harsh conditions.
- Craig began a hunger strike on May 9, and Lindsay joined on May 18, losing significant weight due to continued protests against their treatment.
- Their family says they have been denied adequate medical care and communication, including family calls.
- British officials say they are following up urgently on the increased sentence and continue to call the couple innocent tourists.
- The couple’s family fears for their safety amid escalated military actions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
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