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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Imprisoned in Iran: Return and Despair

Published: 2024-06-17

Saeed Azizi and Johan Floderus, both previously imprisoned in Iran, have returned to Sweden following a negotiated release.

Azizi, a cancer patient, faced brutal conditions during his incarceration.

Despite efforts to include Ahmadreza Djalali in the exchange, Iranian authorities refused to release him.

Djalali's family has expressed deep disappointment, criticizing the Swedish government's efforts.

Djalali remains imprisoned in Iran, convicted of espionage.