Swiss Government Demands Investigation into Citizen's Death in Iranian Prison

Controversy erupts over death of 64-year-old Swiss tourist in Iranian custody, with conflicting reports about alleged soil sampling activities during visit.

Key Takeaways

A 64-year-old Swiss man died in Iranian custody
The man had been living in southern Africa for almost 20 years
Iranian authorities arrested him on suspicion of espionage in October 2024
Swiss embassy was denied consular access due to espionage charges

By The Numbers

200

kilometers east of Tehran where Semnan prison is located

They Said

"Switzerland is demanding that the Iranian authorities provide detailed information on the reasons for his arrest and a full investigation into the circumstances of his death"
— Swiss Foreign Ministry

Death of Swiss National in Iranian Prison

Iranian Allegations and Arrest

Swiss Diplomatic Response

Investigation Demands and Next Steps

Sources & References

Switzerland demands probe into Swiss man's death in Iran jail

The Local Switzerland

Swiss man found dead in Iranian prison had allegedly collected soil samples

SWI swissinfo.ch

Key Takeaways

A 64-year-old Swiss man died in Iranian custody
The man had been living in southern Africa for almost 20 years
Iranian authorities arrested him on suspicion of espionage in October 2024
Swiss embassy was denied consular access due to espionage charges

By The Numbers

200

kilometers east of Tehran where Semnan prison is located

They Said

"Switzerland is demanding that the Iranian authorities provide detailed information on the reasons for his arrest and a full investigation into the circumstances of his death"
— Swiss Foreign Ministry

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