Imprisoned pastor Saeed Abedini reported that he is feeling increased abdominal pain, a result of severe beatings at the hands of prison guards and other inmates.
The President took time to speak with Abedini and her two children privately before addressing a large audience at Boise State University, assuring the family that saving Saeed is "a top priority."
Pastor Saeed Abedini, who has been imprisoned in Iran since 2012, has reportedly sent a Christmas letter to his family which has been shared with the public.
Supporters of imprisoned Iranian-American pastor Saeed Abedini are asking people to buy and send postcards to President Barack Obama to demand Abedini’s release.