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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Emotional Return for Freed Swedish Detainees

Published: 2024-06-16

Johan Floderus and Saeed Azizi have returned to Sweden after being imprisoned in Iran.

Floderus, who had been held for nearly 800 days, expressed immense relief and joy upon landing.

Azizi also received a warm welcome from family and Swedish officials.

Upon their arrival, Floderus spoke with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, sharing his emotional journey and the dreams he had about freedom.

Their return marks the end of a lengthy and difficult period of detention.