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544 Days

Meet the Rezaians | Episode 3

Sep 28, 2021
Jason's journey from arrest to release in an Iranian prison, the instrumental role of his brother in securing his freedom, reactions of friends and family to his arrest, a fresh start in Tehran and Istanbul followed by detainment, the bitter feeling of leaving his husband behind after release, and reflecting on a long phone call and acknowledgements.
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  • The speaker emphasizes the long-term psychological damage caused by various forms of psychological torture, including sleep deprivation and deprivation of food and medical attention.
  • The speaker's family formed a task force to gather support and explore backchannels for his release, reaching out to contacts in government and influential Iranian expats.

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The Ordeal of Captivity

During his time in captivity, the speaker experienced various forms of psychological torture, such as sleep deprivation and deprivation of food and medical attention. He emphasizes that even being held in solitary confinement can cause long-term psychological damage.

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