Cecilia Sala
Italian journalist
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View Timeline →Sweden Summons Iranian Ambassador Due to 'Unfavorable' Health Condition of Ahmadreza Jalali
Sweden summoned the Iranian ambassador over concerns for Ahmadreza Jalali's health, a dual-national researcher facing execution in Iran. The Swedish government has called for his…
Iran Arrests Two British Citizens on Security Charges
Iran has detained two British citizens on unspecified security charges, prompting a response from the British government, which is providing consular assistance. This incident highlights…
EU Foreign Ministers Criticize Iran's 'Threat to International Peace'
EU foreign ministers criticized Iran for its ongoing threats to international peace and the practice of detaining foreign nationals for political leverage. The discussions highlight…
European Union: The Islamic Republic Must End the Detention of Foreign Citizens
The EU's foreign policy chief criticized the Islamic Republic for detaining foreign citizens for political leverage, highlighting ongoing concerns over human rights abuses. The article…
Cecilia Sala Says She Was Interrogated for 10 Hours Daily in Iranian Prison
Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist, was released from an Iranian prison after three weeks of detention, during which she faced harsh interrogation conditions. Her boyfriend's…
Italy Denies Musk's Contact with Islamic Republic Representative Regarding Sala
Italy's Foreign Minister denied claims that Elon Musk facilitated the release of journalist Cecilia Sala from Iran, asserting that the Italian government handled the case.…
Elon Musk Confirms His 'Small Role' in the Release of Italian Journalist
Elon Musk claimed he had a 'small role' in the release of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala from Iranian detention, but both the Italian and Iranian…
Ahmadreza Jalali in a Voice Message from Prison: My Situation Does Not Matter to the Swedish Government
Ahmadreza Jalali, an Iranian-Swedish citizen sentenced to death in Iran, criticized the Swedish government for failing to act on his behalf. His voice message highlights…
Nahid Taghavi, Iranian-German Citizen, Released from Iranian Custody
Nahid Taghavi, an Iranian-German citizen, has been released from Iranian custody after nearly three years and has returned to Germany. Her release has drawn attention…
Italy Releases Mohammad Abedini After Cecilia Sala's Departure from Iran
Italy has released Mohammad Abedini, who was detained for allegedly transferring sensitive military technology to Iran, shortly after the release of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala…
Mohammad Abedini, accused of violating US sanctions, returns to Iran
Mohammad Abedini Najafabadi, arrested in Italy for violating US sanctions related to drone technology transfer to Iran, has returned to Iran after his release. His…
Italian Justice Minister Requests Cancellation of Mohammad Abedini's Detention
The Italian Justice Minister has requested the cancellation of Mohammad Abedini's detention in Milan, arguing that the charges against him do not meet the criteria…
Exclusive: Switzerland Confirms Death of Its Citizen in Semnan Prison
The Swiss Foreign Ministry confirmed the death of a Swiss citizen in Semnan prison, reportedly due to suicide while detained on espionage charges. The incident…
Swiss Citizen Dies in Semnan Prison; Judiciary Claims Suicide
A Swiss citizen imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges died under suspicious circumstances in Semnan prison, with Iranian officials claiming suicide. The Swiss Foreign Ministry…
Italy: The U.S. Has Not Yet Officially Requested the Extradition of Abedini
The Italian Minister of Justice confirmed that the U.S. has not yet made an official extradition request for Mohammad Abedini, who is accused of collaborating…
Italy: The U.S. Has Not Yet Requested the Extradition of Mohammad Abedini
The Italian Minister of Justice announced that the U.S. has not yet requested the extradition of Mohammad Abedini, arrested in Milan for violating sanctions. The…
Journalists Federation: Iranian Government is a 'Suppressor of Press Freedom'
Anthony Blanger, Secretary-General of the International Federation of Journalists, condemned the Iranian government for suppressing press freedom and urged caution for foreign journalists traveling to…
Release of Italian Journalist from Detention in Iran; Cecilia Sala Heads to Rome
Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist detained in Iran, has been released and is returning to Rome after diplomatic efforts by the Italian government. Her detention…
Cecilia Sala, the 'kidnapped' Italian journalist, has been released
Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist arrested in Iran, has been released and is returning home after diplomatic efforts. Her arrest was reportedly linked to the…
Foreign Ministry Claims: Sala's Arrest is Unrelated to the Arrest of Iranian Citizen in Italy
The Iranian Foreign Ministry denies any connection between the arrest of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala and Iranian citizen Mohammad Abedini, who was arrested in Italy.…