Middle EastPublished: 16 July 2026 at 05:36

Iranian-American Woman Dena Karari Detained on Espionage Charges in Iran

Dena Karari, a dual Iranian-U.S. citizen, has been detained in Iran on spying charges, with her passport seized in December 2024, preventing her from leaving.

According to available information, Dena Karari, a dual Iranian-U.S. citizen, is facing espionage charges in Iran. Her passport was seized in December 2024, and she has been unable to leave the country since. Further details about the nature of the charges and the legal proceedings have not been disclosed.

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