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Two Iranian Jewish Detainees Freed as Community Presses for Third's Release

The reported releases followed outreach by Jewish leaders to government officials, with efforts continuing to free a third person.

Overview

  • Two Jewish men from Tehran and Shiraz were released from detention, while a third member of the community remains in custody.
  • All three were reportedly detained in a recent security sweep targeting individuals suspected of involvement in anti-government protests.
  • Senior figures in Iran's Jewish community engaged authorities to secure the two releases and are pursuing the case of the remaining detainee.
  • The developments were reported by Matzav citing an item aired on Kan Reshet Bet, with no independent confirmation provided in the coverage.
  • Jewish communal representatives took part in Islamic Revolution anniversary events and voiced support for the government, including public remarks by MP Homayoun Sameh and Rabbi Younes Hammami.