France to Expel 2 Iranian Diplomats After Alleged Assault on 2 French Diplomats in Tehran
A French Iranian journalist said France is sending 'a clear message,' but others favor a stronger response.
TL;DR
- France declared two agents of Iran’s embassy in Paris persona non grata.
- This is in retaliation for an alleged assault by Iranian security services on two French diplomats in Tehran.
- Iran had previously barred the two French diplomats from returning to Iran.
- French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot announced the measure.
- The decision was made under Article 9 of the 1961 Vienna Convention.