TEHRAN – Iran has repatriated 17 Iranian prisoners from Georgia, according to Askar Jalalian, Deputy for Human Rights and International Affairs of the Iranian Ministry of Justice. 

Jalalian stated that the transfer reflects growing legal and judicial cooperation between Iran and Georgia. The 17 Iranians, who were imprisoned in Georgia for drug trafficking offenses, will now serve the remainder of their sentences in Iran. 

The head of the prisoner transfer committee emphasized the importance of understanding drug laws in different countries. He advised Iranian citizens to familiarize themselves with legal regulations and rights in their destination country and to avoid carrying packages for others. 

The official also urged citizens to refrain from possessing illegal substances, including certain painkillers, tranquilizers, and various syrups, and to report any suspicious items to border security forces.

Jalalian further noted that while there is no formal prisoner transfer agreement between Iran and Georgia, the transfer of these individuals was approved by the judiciary and reflects ongoing humanitarian efforts.