Message of thanks from Kian

By , January 31, 2016 3:55 am

Dear Friends,
I would like to thank all those family members and friends – official and unofficial – who expended great effort over the course of many years to help resolve my case, finally allowing us to leave Iran for the US.

I would like to thank the US and Swiss governments for their tremendous diplomatic efforts and support.

In particular, I would like to thank my friend Pamela Kilpadi, who launched a formidable campaign in my defense and worked persistently year after year to coordinate and facilitate various efforts on my behalf.

My oldest friend, Andrew Parker, did not hesitate to offer help at critical moments.

President Lee Bollinger of Columbia University has been a source of steadfast support, as have colleagues at Columbia and The New School.

I look forward to getting back to work in academia and rebuilding a life in the US.

Kian

The family requests that all media respect their privacy during this time of private reunion and celebration.

Kian and family in the USA

Kian and family in Phoenix, Arizona (Jan. 30)

  • Mangala Kilpadi

    Wish you and your family a happy and prosperous future. With Pam telling us all about you, I feel as though you are a part of our family. I am so happy for you! All the best to the three of you. BTW I am Pam’s Mother-in-law!

  • Elizabeth Rubin

    Welcome home Kian! I wish the very best for you and your family and hope you have a splendid reunion and celebration. Love, Elizabeth

  • Poopak Taati

    Hello Kian, its so nice to see you free. So glad that you are with your family and here in US. How is Bahar? (i hope i am remembering correctly your beautiful wife’s name). best wishes as always, Poopak

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