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<p>The treatment of all British-Iranians detained in Iran, including Mrs Zaghari-Ratcliffe,
is a priority for the Government. We continue to raise her case, and our other consular
cases, with the Iranian Government at every opportunity, including requesting consular
access. I did this during my visit to Tehran on 23 June. We will continue to take
action in line with what we believe will produce the best outcomes in their cases</p><p>
</p><p><br> Mrs Zaghari-Ratcliffe does not hold diplomatic status; rather, the Foreign
Secretary exercised diplomatic protection in her case. Whilst he was clear that diplomatic
protection would not lead to immediate results, it is essential that we formally recognise
that Iran has failed in its treatment of Mrs Zaghari-Ratcliffe in its obligations
under international law, and we will continue to consider using all the diplomatic
and legal tools available to us to secure her release.</p><p> </p>
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