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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