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Family of couple detained in Iran call on ministers to ‘secure urgent release’
['Jordan Reynolds']
Irish News
The family of a British couple detained in Iran is calling on the Foreign Office to “secure their urgent release”, saying the couple’s “physical health is really starting to suffer”.
So, you know, although they’re mentally resilient, I think their physical health is really starting to suffer now.”Mr Bennett said the family is calling on the Foreign Office to “secure their urgent release”.
“So, you know, we’ve been told since the court hearing that happened on Saturday, the information that we got through was that there could be a verdict within seven to 10 days.
A spokeswoman said previously: “We are deeply concerned by reports that two British nationals have been charged with espionage in Iran.
“We are providing them with consular assistance and remain in close contact with their family members.”