April 15 (Reuters) - Iranian student Mahdieh Esfandiari arrived in Iran after being released in France, Iranian state TV reported on Wednesday, after two French nationals facing security charges were
Iranian Student Mahdieh Esfandiari Returns to Iran After Release from France
Background and Details of Mahdieh Esfandiari's Release
Timeline of Events
April 15 (Reuters) - Iranian student Mahdieh Esfandiari arrived in Iran after being released in France, Iranian state TV reported on Wednesday, after two French nationals facing security charges were allowed to leave Iran following three-and-a-half years in detention.
Conviction and Imprisonment
Charges and Sentencing
Esfandiari, who was convicted at the end of February for glorifying terrorism in anti-Israel social media posts, was released after serving almost a year in prison.
Statements and Reactions
Esfandiari's Comments
"I think it's clear for everyone that there is no freedom of speech, at least not in France where I was. The court's ruling was very unjust," Esfandiari told state television.
Media Coverage
(Reporting by Dubai newsroom; Editing by Nia Williams and Jacqueline Wong)
