Iranian State TV: Washington Post Reporter Convicted

Iranian state television reported late Sunday that Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian has been convicted on charges that included espionage. The report quoted a judiciary spokesman, but did not include any details of the verdict except that it Rezaian and his lawyer are eligible to appeal the conviction within 20 days. Rezaian's attorney has not confirmed the conviction or commented on the report. Immediate appeal Washington Post Executive Editor Martin Baron...

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