TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — The trial of a Washington Post reporter detained in Iran more than a year ago and charged with espionage resumed today, in what his lawyer said would likely be the final session before a verdict is issued in the case, which has been condemned by the newspaper and press freedom groups.
The official IRNA news agency said the fourth closeddoor hearing in the trail of Jason Rezaian, who has American and Iranian citizenship, had begun, without providing further details. Rezaian is being tried by a Revolutionary Court, which hears sensitive cases, including those related to national security.
His lawyer, Leila Ahsan, told The Associated Press over the weekend that today’s hearing would likely be the last, and would be given over to the defense. She said it would likely be a couple of weeks before the court announces a verdict, which can be appealed.
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