Jean-Noël Barrot reports that two French diplomats were detained and allegedly abused by Iranian security forces in a violation of diplomatic immunity.

Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that two French diplomats were targeted by Iranian officials in a "flagrant violation of diplomatic immunity." The officials were detained for several hours without a clear reason, underwent interrogation, and one suffered physical abuse before returning to the embassy. Barrot noted that the incident is particularly shocking because the two diplomats oversee programs that support Iranian artists and scientists. The French government is currently reviewing whether to reduce staffing at its embassy in Tehran following the incident. Barrot warned his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, that the "serious and unacceptable" event will have consequences. While the diplomats are now safe and expected to return to France, the incident highlights the ongoing tensions between French diplomacy and the Iranian security forces. The move comes as the international community continues to monitor the Iranian regime's internal repression and its impact on global relations.

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