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Learn about Morad’s harrowing journey, unwavering spirit, and enduring commitment to conservation and art.
During his time in Evin Prison, Morad secretly corresponded with Jane Goodall—who had taken an interest in his and the other imprisoned environmentalists’ case and strongly advocated for their release—via handwritten letters. Her notes were a great source of inspiration and hope. In September of 2024, Morad was finally able to meet and spend an afternoon with her.
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How art saved Morad Tahbaz from the brutality of Iran’s Evin Prison
The National – 2024
US, UK and Iranian citizen Morad Tahbaz spent nearly six years imprisoned in the notorious Tehran jail. His pursuit of art may have saved him. For the full account, you can read the article here.
Innocents Held Hostage
A Nate Colman Documentary – 2024
Innocents Held Hostage, an award-winning documentary by Nate Colman, offers a powerful exploration of Morad's six-year imprisonment in Iran. Featuring interviews with prominent figures including New York Times correspondent Michael Shear, Senator Richard Blumenthal, and Congressman Jim Himes, the film examines the personal and political dimensions of Morad's ordeal. This C-SPAN grand prize winner provides crucial insights into the complexities of international relations and the human impact of hostage diplomacy.
Freed from Iranian captivity, three Americans send warning to fellow citizens
CNN – 2025
Over 115 Days in Jails for No Reason
Convention on Biological Diversity – 2025
Global Exploration Summit (GLEX) 2024
Morad's Struggle for Wildlife Conservation & Message of Hope – 2024
A Night at The Explorers Club with Richard Wiese
The Westport Library – 2024
Jim Himes on Prisoner Swap
CNN – 2024
The Harrowing Tale Of Environmental Activists Accused Of Spying In Iran
Forbes – 2024
Americans Detained for Years in Iran Arrive in US After Their Release
Voice of America – 2023
'An extraordinary miracle': Lawyer for Siamak Namazi reacts to his release from Iran
CNN – 2023
Americans released from prison in Iran: How we got here
CNN – 2023
5 detained Americans to be freed Monday
ABC News – 2023
Tara Tahbaz Discusses the White House's Response to the Release of Morad
Kayhan Life | TikTok – 2023
Tara Tahbaz Discusses US Political Will to Release Her Father
Reuters – 2023
Daughter of American detained in Iran: We want to meet Biden
CNN – 2023
Family members of detained Americans in Iran speak out
ABC News – 2023
Release of U.S. Citizens from Iranian prison to house arrest
US Department of State – 2023
Families remain ‘cautiously optimistic’ about return of American citizens in Iranian custody
MSNBC – 2023
Families of Americans detained in Iran criticize White House
PBS – 2023
Bring Our Families Home
TikTok | Bring Our Families Home – 2023
Morad Tahbaz: Detained in Iran for 5 Years
Bring Our Families Home Campaign – 2023
Daughter Of American Detained In Iran: It's Biden's 'Duty' To Bring American Hostages Home
MSNBC – 2022
Roxanne Tahbaz Calls for Morad's Release
Amnesty International UK – 2022
Beth Rigby Interviews... Roxanne Tahbaz
Sky News – 2022
British Foreign Secretary Challenged on Morad's Release
Good Morning Britain – 2022
Morad Tahbaz Daughter: 'We're truly devastated'
Sky News Facebook – 2022
Roxanne Tahbaz holds a protest outside the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in London
Radio News Hub – 2022
Morad Tahbaz's daughter strongly criticised Government for failing to secure father's release
London Live – 2022
Morad Tahbaz’s daughter Roxanne tells Boris Johnson to ‘bring her dad home’
Evening Standard – 2022
Special Representative Brian Hook: We Call for the Release of Morad Tahbaz
US Department of State Facebook – 2020