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Iran refuses French state dinner over wine row

Carl NasmanNovember 13, 2015

Iran has recently signed a deal with Western powers reducing its nuclear capacity. But on the eve of a historic trip to Europe, there is one thing Iranian President Hassan Rouhani won't negotiate with the west: wine.

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Social media images get two Iranian actresses banned

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Film - Muhammad

Muhammad movie opens to mild mixed reactions

Muhammad movie opens to mild mixed reactions

The movie Muhammad, the Messenger of God has opened to sold-out theaters in Iran this weekend. But what was expected to be a controversial event has, in fact, been a quiet affair. So how have Muslims reacted to the film? (31.08.2015)
August 31, 2015
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The world reacts to historic Iran nuclear deal

The world reacts to historic Iran nuclear deal

Negotiators have reached a historic deal with Iran to curb its nuclear program. How is the world reacting and what do Iranians think of the deal? @dwnews takes a look. (14.07.2015)
July 14, 2015
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