American journalist detained in Iran as Supreme Leader Khamenei threatens US, Israel, State Department says

An Iranian-American journalist working for a U.S.-funded broadcaster is believed to have been detained by Iran for months. Reza Valizadeh worked for Radio Farda, viewed as a hostile outlet by Iran’s regime. His detainment comes amid rising tensions in the region, with threats from Iran’s Supreme Leader and increased U.S. military presence. Valizadeh’s family members were also detained in Iran, pressuring him to return. The charges against him remain undisclosed, and he has been denied legal representation. The State Department is working to gather more information about his case, as Iran has a history of using prisoners with Western ties as bargaining chips.