In a remarkable and harrowing account, an American citizen who spent eight long years imprisoned in Iran’s notorious Evin prison has shared his ordeal following his recent release. The individual, who wishes to remain anonymous, described the unimaginable hardships and psychological torment endured during his incarceration.
Detained in 2011, the American was accused of espionage and other charges, and spent the following years in solitary confinement, with limited contact with the outside world. His family, back in the United States, struggled to gain access to information about his condition, with the Iranian government providing few details.
“Every day was a struggle, not knowing if I would ever see my family again,” the man said in an exclusive interview. “I was trapped in a small cell, with nothing to do but wait and hope.”
During his time in captivity, the American reported experiencing physical and emotional abuse, as well as being denied basic human rights. “I was subjected to brutal beatings and constant interrogations, all while being deprived of adequate food, medical care, and proper hygiene,” he said.
The man also revealed that he was denied access to legal representation, and his trial, when it finally took place, was a sham, with no evidence presented against him. “I was found guilty in a kangaroo court, and sentenced to eight years in prison, with no hope of appeal,” he said.
Upon his release earlier this year, the American was flown back to the United States, where he was finally reunited with his family. “It’s been a long and difficult road, but I am grateful to be home, and I will never forget the suffering I endured,” he said.
The U.S. government, along with human rights organizations, have condemned Iran’s treatment of prisoners, and called for the immediate release of all Americans still being held in the country. The American’s harrowing story serves as a reminder of the ongoing tensions between the two countries and the risks faced by their citizens on either side of the border.