Iranian diplomat reportedly seeks asylum in Switzerland

Iran International reports that a senior Iranian diplomat stationed in Geneva has left his post and requested asylum in Switzerland.

The diplomat, Alireza Jeyrani Hokmabad, served as a senior official at Iran’s permanent mission to the United Nations in Geneva and reportedly sought asylum together with his family.

According to the report, the decision was driven by concerns over ongoing unrest in Iran and fears about the future stability of the regime.