



On Sunday, vigils around the country and internationally will be held for my friends Sarah and Shane, and their friend Josh, who have been held in jail in Iran since July 31 of last year. The last time any outsiders saw them was in October. A month ago they were each able to make a short phone call to their families. They have not been charged. They have not been allowed to see their lawyer.

Most recently, Iran's intelligence minister said he has "credible evidence" that my friends are linked to U.S. intelligence. Nothing could be further from the truth. Such a claim would be laughable if it weren't so serious.

If you are able to join a vigil on Sunday, please do so. Here's the list. The NYC vigil will take place at Grand Army Plaza, the main entrance to Prospect Park in Brooklyn, at 1 PM. Please also visit freethehikers.org, and check out other ways to help under "Take Action."