Bernard Phelan returns home after seven-month stint in Iranian prison

Travel consultant Bernard Phelan, from Clonmel, Co Tipperary, who is currently in an Iranian jail. Photo courtesy of his sister Caroline Massé Phelan.

Bernard Phelan, the Irish man who was detained in an Iranian prison since last year, has returned home to Ireland.

The 64-year-old from Clonmel was arrested in Iran seven months ago over allegations of national security-related crimes – which he denies.