Iranian Director Jafar Panahi Plans Return to Serve Sentence After Oscars

Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has completed his latest film, "It Was Just an Accident," in secrecy to bypass Iran's censorship. Bloomberg posted on X, Panahi announced his intention to return to Iran to serve a prison sentence following the Oscars awards ceremony. The director, known for his critical stance on Iranian policies, has faced legal challenges in his home country. Despite these obstacles, Panahi continues to create films that highlight social issues within Iran.