Were Lindsey and Craig Foreman aware of travel warnings against British nationals going to Iran?

Yes, the couple was fully aware of the travel warnings and openly acknowledged they were defying advice from family, friends, and the FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office), which explicitly advises against all travel to Iran for British nationals. Lindsey Foreman had posted about their decision to ignore these warnings prior to entering Iran. Despite knowing about numerous arrests of British nationals in Iran on vague security-related charges, the couple chose to proceed with their journey. They believed the potential rewards outweighed the risks, hoping to discover a shared humanity through their travels and cultural experiences in Iran.