US: Shahab Dalili is not classified as 'wrongfully detained' dual national; Patel: We are assessing the conditions of detainees

The Deputy Spokesperson of the State Department stated during a press conference on Wednesday in response to a reporter's question: 'As Secretary of State Antony Blinken previously mentioned, Shahab Dalili's case is not considered among the 'wrongfully detained' dual nationals by the State Department.' Vedant Patel said, 'We are assessing the conditions of detainees and looking for indicators of unlawful detention, and we will make decisions if these indicators are met.' In response to concerns from Mr. Dalili's family, who have staged a sit-in and hunger strike in front of the White House, Patel said, 'As you know, the State Department regularly updates cases to determine whether the detention of an American citizen is unlawful, and we conduct this review under the Levinson Act.' Earlier, the Deputy Spokesperson emphasized that in specific cases, 'personal cases' are actively reviewed, and discussions to assess indicators of unlawful detention are ongoing. Vedant Patel refrained from commenting on 'specific cases' or 'details of ongoing negotiations,' but emphasized the US government's commitment to holding the Islamic Republic accountable for its actions. Patel also stressed that the primary goal of the US government is the 'safe return' of American dual nationals, and ongoing negotiations aim to achieve this goal. Kamibiz Tavana: Many dual nationals are still imprisoned in Iran. Opening accounts at six private banks in Qatar for 'Korean dollars'; Germany is involved. Criticism over 'ransom payments' to the Islamic Republic; US: Financial resources will only be used to purchase food and medicine. Tehran: Prisoner exchanges with the US will be within the framework of an 'understanding.' Reactions from newspapers to the exchange of dollars with several dual nationals; conservatives: victory without ransom; government critics: agreement out of necessity. US: Released funds from Iran are for purchasing non-sanctioned items; users: 'It's shameful.' A review of events on August 10 'on the path to freedom' for dual national hostages in Iran.