June 18, 2009
Iran Reformist Kidnapped, Family Says
Former Foreign Minister Ebrahim Yazdi Reportedly Taken From Hospital By Iranian Authorities
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Ebrahim Yazdi, former Iranian foreign minister and a pro-reform figure, was kidnapped from his hospital room by Iranian authorities, according to his family. (CBS)
According to Yazdi's granddaughter, his involvement in Iran's opposition movement led to his disappearance.
"I have absolutely no doubt that's the reason why they kidnapped him," Atefeh Yazdi told CBS' The Early Show from her home in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania Thursday.
Yazdi's family said he was in an intensive care unit being treated for cancer and are concerned about his medical condition.
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