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Two Britons detained in Iran charged with spying, Iranian judiciary says

Two British Nationals Charged with Espionage in Iran

Two British nationals detained in Iran have been charged with espionage after they allegedly gathered information in different parts of the country, the Iranian judiciary’s Mizan news agency reported on Tuesday.

The individuals, identified as Craig and Lindsay Foreman, entered Iran as tourists but are now facing serious charges of espionage. The couple’s family has expressed concern for their well-being and is working with authorities to secure their safe return home.

Craig and Lindsay Foreman are pictured on motorbikes in Iran before they were detained and later charged with espionage. (Reuters / Lindsay Foreman)

The Iranian judiciary has claimed that the Foremans were collecting information in various provinces of Iran and are suspected of having ties to intelligence services. Investigations into their alleged activities are ongoing.

The British Foreign Office has expressed deep concern over the situation and is actively involved in providing consular assistance to the detained individuals. They are also in close communication with the family members of the Foremans.

Iran has a history of arresting foreigners and dual nationals on charges of espionage and national security threats. Critics have accused Iran of using such arrests as leverage in diplomatic negotiations, a claim that Tehran vehemently denies.

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