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Iran Shuts Down French Language Centre in Tehran, Citing Illegal Activities

Iran has closed a French language centre tied to the French embassy in Tehran, accusing it of illegal acts and sparking a diplomatic dispute with France, which has vowed a response.

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Iran closes French language centre in Tehran

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Iran accuses centre of illegal activities and licence violations

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France vows to respond and may summon Iran envoy

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Iran publicly criticizes France over the dispute

India Today ↗

France reiterates plan to summon Iranian ambassador

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