'Free and on their way to France': Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris released by Iran, says Macron
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French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris were released by Iran after three and a half years.
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French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have been released by Iran and are en route to France, as announced by President Emmanuel Macron. The two individuals had been detained in Iran for three and a half years on espionage charges. Their release follows more than three years in prison, with President Macron confirming their freedom via social media. This development marks the end of a prolonged detention for the French citizens.
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President Emmanuel Macron confirmed their release via social media.
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