Italian Journalist Cecilia Sala Detained in Iran

Cecilia Sala, a 29-year-old Italian journalist, was arrested in Tehran on December 19 while reporting on the political landscape in Iran, and her detention was only made public recently. She is being held in solitary confinement at Evin Prison, known for its harsh conditions and housing political prisoners. The Italian Foreign Ministry is actively working with Iranian authorities to clarify her legal situation and ensure her well-being; she has made two phone calls to her family since her arrest. Sala's arrest has drawn international condemnation, with calls for her immediate release from various media and political figures in Italy. The circumstances surrounding her arrest remain unclear, although it coincides with rising tensions between Italy and Iran. Sala's work has focused on international issues, including women's rights and the aftermath of conflicts in the Middle East.