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By Sophia A. Niarchos

"I intend to go back to Iran," said Iason Athanasiadis. In his first post-release interview with an American journalist, the British-Greek freelance reporter released from a Teheran prison on July 5 was concerned about the potential impact of his remarks. Although he didn't outright reject the request for an interview, Athanasiadis thought it important to "take it easy" during this transitional period and reflect on the possible ramifications of anything he might say that could prevent his return to a country he has been covering for years.