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  1. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called for the execution of those responsible for the recent protests: Khamenei made the statement during a meeting with the country's top military officials, according to state media. The protests, which began in December, have been the largest and most widespread in Iran in years, with demonstrators calling for economic and political reforms.
  2. Iran's economy is expected to contract by 9.5% in 2023: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecast a sharp decline in Iran's economy due to US sanctions and the COVID-19 pandemic. The country's economy has been struggling for years, with high inflation and unemployment rates.
  3. Iran's nuclear program is a major concern for the international community: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has reported that Iran has begun enriching uranium to 20% purity, a level that is higher than the 3.67% allowed under the 2015 nuclear deal. The US and other countries have expressed concerns that Iran is seeking to develop nuclear weapons.

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  1. Iran's foreign minister has accused the US of "economic terrorism": Mohammad Javad Zarif made the statement during a meeting with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov. The US has imposed severe economic sanctions on Iran, which have had a significant impact on the country's economy.
  2. Iran's military has launched a new ballistic missile: The missile, called the "Khorramshahr", is said to have a range of over 1,000 kilometers and is capable of carrying multiple warheads. The launch is seen as a response to the US's withdrawal from the nuclear deal and the reimposition of sanctions.
  3. Iran's president has announced plans to increase the country's oil production: Hassan Rouhani made the statement during a meeting with oil industry officials. The country's oil production has been declining in recent years due to a lack of investment and sanctions.

Sports

  1. Iran's national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup: The team, led by coach Carlos Queiroz, won a playoff match against Cambodia to secure a spot in the tournament. This will be Iran's sixth appearance in the World Cup.

Culture

  1. Iran's ancient city of Persepolis has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site: The city, which dates back to the 6th century BC, is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the world. The designation is seen as a recognition of Iran's rich cultural heritage.