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Japan demands the swift release of a Japanese national detained in Iran

Associated Press (AP)EN 1 min read 100% complete by 2 MIN READ 707February 26, 2026 at 03:53 AM
Japan demands the swift release of a Japanese national detained in Iran
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Japan's government has demanded the swift release of a Japanese national detained in Tehran, Iran since January 20. The detainee's identity and charges are unknown due to privacy issues. Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Masanao Ozaki confirmed that the government is in contact with the detainee and their family members, providing necessary support. The detainee is believed to be in good health, but Japanese officials have not been granted a meeting in person. Approximately 200 Japanese nationals are in Iran, with 150 residing in Tehran. The Iranian authorities have yet to comment on when or why the detainee was arrested.

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Foreign Ministry ×260% Tehran ×270% Japanese national ×270% Masanao Ozaki 80% Japan ×390% Iran ×390%

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