Iran frees two French citizens from detention

Iran has released French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris after over three years of detention, as confirmed by President Emmanuel Macron. The couple, arrested in May 2022 during a tourist trip, were accused of spying and sentenced to lengthy prison terms. Macron welcomed their release, stating that dialogue continues for their swift return to France. Their release comes amid discussions of a detainee exchange between Iran and France.

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