British couple held in Iran end hunger strike
Summary
A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, imprisoned in Iran on spying charges, ended their hunger strikes after nearly three months. They protested mistreatment in prison and the inability to contact their families.Key Facts
- Craig and Lindsay Foreman were arrested in January 2025 in Iran during a motorcycle trip.
- They both received 10-year prison sentences for alleged espionage, which they deny.
- Craig's sentence was reportedly increased by two years after he spoke to the media.
- The couple started hunger strikes in May due to harsh prison conditions and lack of family contact.
- Craig’s hunger strike lasted 93 days, Lindsay’s 84 days, during which they mostly consumed milk, honey, or salt water.
- Five people outside the prison joined the hunger strike in solidarity during the last five days.
- The couple’s family met UK officials to discuss the case, and talks were described as positive.
- They hope their release will happen soon so they can return home.
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