Iran is now accusingHaleh Esfandiari of apostasy. Her husband, University of Virginia professor, Shaul Bakhash went on BBC world to emphasize that not only is she not a “Zionist agent” but she remains a Muslim. Apostasy is punishable by death in Iran.
BBC anchor, dense Katty Kay was less interested in the Haleh’s fate than finding a way to justify her detention.
Iran does not accept dual citizenship, she remarked then asked Bakhash “What is the message Iran is sending to dual citizens such as Esfandiari?” Bakhash first tried to deflect her and than reminded her that his wife is in danger and that is the reason he came on the show.
Katty Kay promptly ended the interview. Unfortunately the exchange is not available on the internet.
For more on international mobilization on Haleh behalf, see Israel Matzav.
