Escalating Tension Between Iran and France After Accusing French Citizens of Spying for Mossad

The Iranian authorities have leveled serious charges against the French citizens, Cecile Colre and Jacques Barry, who have been detained in Tehran for over three years, including espionage for Mossad, conspiring to overthrow the regime, and corruption on earth, according to Western diplomatic sources and Colre's sister.

France has denied these accusations in full detail, affirming the innocence of the detainees and calling on the Iranian authorities to allow them to consult independent lawyers.

Colre's sister confirmed that her sister and her partner appeared before a judge and were informed of these charges, which could result in the death penalty if convicted.

Meanwhile, France has reiterated its demand for their unconditional immediate release amid international concerns that their case could be used in the context of political tensions.

The Iranian charges come amid escalating tensions between Tehran and the West, with a Western diplomatic source stating that these accusations are "baseless," while the French side continues to pressure the Iranian authorities to release the detainees and respect their legal rights.