A Congressional Call to Free American Pastor Saeed Abedini From Iranian Prison

 ACLJ - Many members of Congress understand the importance of standing up for an American citizen who is illegally imprisoned in Iran simply because of his Christian faith.

We're grateful to those in Congress who are working to bring the issue of Pastor Saeed Abedini to the forefront - and their commitment to doing all they can to raise this critical violation of religious freedom and human rights.

Pastor Saeed is serving a lengthy sentence in a brutal Iranian prison because of his Christian faith. In fact, September 26th will mark the one year anniversary of his captivity.

Just a few weeks ago, an Iranian appeals court rejected Pastor Saeed's appeal, refusing to reduce his eight-year prison sentence.

Among those standing in support of Pastor Saeed - Rep. Trent Franks (R-AZ), co-chairman of the International Religious Freedom Caucus.

He issued a strong statement on Pastor Saeed's behalf following the Iranian court's decision to turn down the appeal.

"Iran has once again demonstrated an utter disregard for fundamental human rights by continuing to insist that Pastor Saeed Abedini, an American citizen, be unjustly imprisoned in Iran.  I will continue to exhaust every available avenue to continue to advocate for Pastor Abedini’s immediate and unconditional release."   More   PTG