An Iranian court sentenced French citizens Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris to a total of 63 years in prison on spying and national security charges, which France has condemned as unjustified. The pair has been detained since 2022, and their sentences can be appealed. The court accused them of working for French intelligence and cooperating with Israel, following their participation in protests. Concerns for their safety have increased amid ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel. Iran is also reportedly negotiating a prisoner swap with France.