UN experts demand Iranians free Foremans
They said proceedings against Lindsay and Craig Foreman had been marked by grave irregularities.
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"Deals can be made, sanctions can be discussed, shipping lanes can be reopened, but human beings must not be left behind in prison cells."
— Joe Bennett , Activist
"My mum and Craig are British citizens. They are innocent people caught in a nightmare."
— Joe Bennett , Activist
"Any serious peace framework with Iran must include the fate of foreign detainees."
— Joe Bennett , Activist
Key People
Dr Alice Edwards is the UN's special rapporteur on torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
Craig Foreman is a British citizen sentenced to 10 years in an Iranian jail.
Joe Bennett is the son of Lindsay Foreman and has campaigned tirelessly for the couple's freedom.
Lindsay Foreman is a British citizen sentenced to 10 years in an Iranian jail.
Mai Sato is the special rapporteur on human rights in Iran.
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They said proceedings against Lindsay and Craig Foreman had been marked by grave irregularities.
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