No regular contact with pair held in Iran, family say
Summary
A British couple, Lindsay and Craig Foreman, have been held in an Iranian prison for over 20 months and were sentenced to 10 years on espionage charges they deny. Despite promises, their family says regular contact has not been restored even after the couple ended hunger strikes aimed at regaining communication with their relatives.Key Facts
- Lindsay and Craig Foreman were arrested in Iran in January 2025 and sentenced to 10 years for espionage, charges they deny.
- The couple began separate hunger strikes lasting 93 and 84 days due to lack of contact with their family.
- Iranian prison authorities promised family contact after the hunger strikes ended, but regular communication has not resumed.
- The couple’s family wants an urgent meeting with UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband to discuss actions for their release.
- The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) said it prioritizes the couple’s welfare and has arranged consular visits, including one planned for October 5, 2026.
- The FCDO met with UK officials and called the couple’s detention unjustified and is working toward their release.
- Lindsay and Craig’s son, Joe Bennett, expressed frustration over broken commitments and wants clearer government action and frequent updates.
- The family emphasizes the need for a focused strategy to ensure the couple’s safe return to the UK.
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