British couple lose Iran jail sentence appeal, family says

A British couple detained in Iran on espionage charges has lost their appeal against a 10-year prison sentence. The family reports that the couple is currently on a hunger strike and has been denied proper legal access and communication.
Why it matters
The case represents a significant human rights concern and a point of diplomatic tension between the UK and Iran.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Caroline Hawley Diplomatic correspondent Free Lindsay and Craig Campaign Lindsay and Craig Foreman were detained in Iran in 2025 A British couple jailed in Iran on espionage charges have lost an appeal against their 10-year sentence, according to their family.
The article presents the family's claims and the legal situation in Iran, maintaining a standard journalistic distance.
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