Family of UK couple held in Iran take petition to No 10
Summary
A British couple, Lindsay and Craig Foreman, are being held in an Iranian prison on charges of espionage, which they deny. The family, led by the couple's son Joe Bennett, delivered a petition with 70,000 signatures to the UK government, urging them to work harder to secure their release. This action coincides with ongoing protests in Iran over economic issues.Key Facts
- Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in Iran in January 2025 during a motorcycle tour.
- They are accused of spying but have denied the charges.
- Their son, Joe Bennett, submitted a petition with 70,000 signatures to the UK government, asking for more effort to free them.
- The couple is currently held in Tehran's Evin prison.
- Joe Bennett expressed concerns about his parents' mental and physical health.
- Protests in Iran over economic problems are happening at the same time as this case.
- President Trump warned Iran about violence against peaceful protesters, and Iran's foreign minister called this warning dangerous.
- The UK Foreign Office says it is deeply concerned and is addressing the issue with Iran's authorities.
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