President Donald Trump expressed unusual gratitude to Iran after the release of an American citizen detained in the country.
On July 15, Trump posted on his social media platform Truth Social, stating, "Iran has allowed one American citizen, who was wrongfully detained during the presidency of 'Sleepy Joe Biden' in December 2024, to leave the country." He added, "She has now safely departed Iran and is in good health. The United States greatly appreciates this goodwill gesture from Iran!"
According to CNN, the individual who left Iran is identified as Dena Karari. International human rights attorney Jared Genser announced on social media platform X, "I am pleased to share that my client Dena Karari, who has been imprisoned in Iran on false charges since December 2024, has finally been released. She is now safely returning to the United States."
CNN reported, citing a U.S. official, that as of last month, at least six Americans were known to be detained in Iran, with two of them believed to be wrongfully held.
Meanwhile, as Trump continues to pressure Iran through military and economic means while calling for negotiations, his expression of gratitude raises the possibility of both sides returning to the negotiating table. Earlier, in an interview with Fox News, Trump warned that if a peace agreement with Iran is not reached by next week, he would consider bombing Iranian power plants and bridges. He also cautioned reporters, saying, "It would be wise for Iran to act properly."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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