Italian Journalist Cecilia Sala Detained in Iran Under Harsh Conditions
Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist, has revealed the grim conditions of her imprisonment in Iran following her arrest on December 19. In recent phone calls, she described her cell as cold and lacking a mattress, forcing her to sleep on the floor. The Italian government is escalating diplomatic pressure for her immediate release, with Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani urging for guarantees regarding her treatment. Former Prime Minister Matteo Renzi has also voiced serious concerns and called for unity among political parties to address her situation.