It feels like a never ending story. Last year Iran had its biggest clashes for more than 40 years against the current government due to alleged corruption and undemocratic behaviour from the government.

In addition to this, some of the most influential countries in this world are discussing sanctions against Iran due to its nuclear programme.

What is more - there is still an undisolved dispute with the islamic government and the Bahai religion. One of the main minority religions in Iran. In 2008 seven people were put into prison who were accused of being spies. These people belong to the Bahai religion and today the Iranian government finally agreed to give them at least a trial. However, there are more than 25 other Iranian people who are still in prison due to their religious believes

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