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Son of British couple detained in Iran has 'grave concerns' about their health

The Foremans deny espionage charges and face harsh prison conditions with serious health issues, including Lindsay on a drip and Craig suffering multiple illnesses, family says.

  • Lindsay and Craig Foreman, a British couple from East Sussex, have been detained in Iranian prisons since January while on a round-the-world motorbike trip.
  • They face espionage charges which they deny, and the couple is scheduled to appear in court on Saturday amid limited information from authorities.
  • Their son Joe Bennett expressed serious concerns about their deteriorating health, noting Lindsay was recently on a drip and Craig suffers frequent illnesses without proper medical care.
  • A spokeswoman confirmed the UK is providing consular assistance and maintaining close contact with the family, while Foreign Office warns of significant risks to British nationals in Iran.
  • The couple’s continued detention raises grave concern, highlighting fractured communication and ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the case amid wider tensions involving Iran.
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Detained British couple’s health deteriorating in Iran, family say

The couple face court on Saturday, their family said.

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