Tensions with Paris: Iran Closes French Cultural Center and Reveals Reasons for Its Anger
Author: Francis NoudePublished on: September 20, 2026Country: Iran
Politics

The Tehran prosecutor's office ordered the closure of the French Language Center, accused of illegal activities under the guise of language teaching. This decision comes after a July incident involving French diplomats and in a context of deteriorating bilateral relations, exacerbated by the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. France, which refused to join the U.S.-Israeli coalition, continues to denounce Iran's nuclear program as a threat.
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