Tag: cecilia sala
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Italian journalist Cecilia Sala freed from Iran; Back home after diplomatic efforts
A plane carrying Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has departed from Tehran en route to Italy. Her release follows long diplomatic and intelligence negotiations. News of her liberation was confirmed through a statement released by Palazzo Chigi. She had been detained by the Iranian authorities since 19th December 2024 at Evin Prison. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia…
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Italian journalist detained in Iran: Calls for immediate action amid harsh conditions
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has been in Tehran’s infamous Evin Prison since 19th December 2024 and described appalling conditions to her family: “confined in a small cell without mattress, glasses, or any basic commodity, obliged to bear freezing temperatures and round-the-clock light”. So much for the “dignified treatment” promised by the Iranian authorities. Evin Prison…
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Italian journalist Cecilia Sala spends new year’s day in prison in Iran
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala is spending the new year’s day in prison in Iran. She was arrested last week but no charges have been issued against her so far. Cecilia Sala regularly reports on near eastern affairs for the Italian press and is being held in Evin prison in Tehran. Italian President Sergio Mattarella said…
