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Release of French Nationals Detained in Iran

April 7 – April 7, 2026

Where Things Stand

Iran released two French citizens named Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris after holding them for more than three years. The country of Oman helped negotiate their freedom after they were accused of spying. The two individuals are now traveling home to France through Azerbaijan.

Key Statements

BBBC

Iran releases a French couple after three years of detention following mediation by Oman; the individuals traveled to Azerbaijan in a diplomatic convoy.

This article confirms the specific mediation by Oman and the current travel status of the released citizens.

AAP NEWS

Iran permits French citizens Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris to depart the country following their release from a three-and-a-half-year detention.

This source provides the specific length of time the citizens were held in Iranian custody.

News

French couple leave Iran after more than three years in jail

bbc.com logoBBCCenter

French nationals return home following Iran prison release

aljazeera.com logoAl Jazeera OnlineCenter Left

Former French Detainees in Iran Returning to France, Macron Says

bloomberg.com logoBloomberg BusinessCenter Left

Iran has allowed two French former detainees to leave the country, Macron says

apnews.com logoAP NEWSCenter

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