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British couple held in Iran are on hunger strike, son says

British couple held in Iran are on hunger strike, son says

Summary

A British couple, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, are jailed in Iran and have started a hunger strike according to their son, Joe Bennett. They were arrested in January during a motorbike trip and have not been tried or convicted yet. The UK government is involved and providing consular help.

Key Facts

  • Craig and Lindsay Foreman were arrested in Iran in January.
  • They are accused of espionage but have not been tried.
  • The couple is currently on a hunger strike as a form of protest.
  • They are held in Evin Prison in Tehran.
  • The UK government is offering consular assistance to them.
  • The Foremans were traveling with valid visas and a guide.
  • The UK advises against traveling to Iran due to risks of detention.
  • Lindsay Foreman was reportedly asking questions that might have led to their arrest.

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