Kian was interviewed briefly by a group of reporters allowed to visit Evin Prison, and told them that he expects to be released soon.  According to an AP report:

Iranian authorities invited media Tuesday to visit the Evin prison, notorious for conditions in which it holds political prisoners. During the tour, reporters were allowed to briefly speak with Tajbakhsh. Although it is unusual to get inside Evin, the government sometimes organizes visits to such sites.

Tajbakhsh, who wore a gray T-shirt and dark pants, spoke to reporters while standing under a tree in the prison compound. Sporting his usual beard and glasses, he appeared relaxed and spoke mostly in Farsi but also in English when asked questions in English. A prison official stood by his side.

He appeared healthy and said he is held in solitary confinement, but that he has access to television and a private bath.

“I have weekly visits with my wife, and have telephone conversations with her every night,” said Tajbakhsh, 45. He declined to say anything more about his circumstances “until formal charges are raised.”

We are heartened by this news and call on the Iranian authorities to live up to their promises and release Kian immediately.