Iranian-American journalist Reza Valizadeh has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by the Tehran Revolutionary Court for allegedly collaborating with the U.S. government. His lawyer stated that Valizadeh's punishment also includes a ban on residence in certain provinces and restrictions on political engagement. Valizadeh's case sheds light on the challenges facing journalists in Iran, particularly those associated with U.S. government-funded media. The verdict is subject to appeal.