Iran Press/Iran news: The Head of Public Relations for the Iranian President’s Office announced on social media that Bashir Biazar, a prominent Iranian musician and filmmaker, is on his way back to Iran after being arrested in France over politically motivated charges.
Biazar was accused of “Iranian propaganda,” “anti-Zionism and anti-Americanism,” and making “hateful social media posts,” among other charges, which have been dismissed as baseless by human rights activists, officials, and Biazar’s family and friends.
Despite the allegations, Biazar’s work as an independent music composer and filmmaker has been widely acclaimed internationally. He has previously held positions at the New Horizon Institute of Arts and Culture and the London-based Islamic Student Association.
The case against Biazar has sparked outrage among supporters who believe it is part of a larger political agenda against the Islamic Republic of Iran. His return to Iran is expected to be a major event in the music and film industry, as well as a statement against the suppression of artistic expression.
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