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Afshin Heyratian

Asked by Bob BlackmanConservativeForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 26 November 2025UIN 91329

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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions she has had with her Iranian counterparts concerning the recent arrest of Baha’i children’s rights activist, Afshin Heyratian; and what diplomatic steps she

Answered by Mr Hamish Falconer

I refer the Hon. Member to the answer provided to question 67802 on 6 August 2025, and add that we are aware of Afshin Heyratian's case and are monitoring the situation for Baha'is more widely.

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