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31 Dec 1969
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December 31, 1969 Meet the Middle East

In Iran, religious titles lie at heart of political games

Despite pushback from senior figures such as Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, the politicization of clerical ranks in Iran continues unabated.
Source: Al Monitor
Full Article: In Iran, religious titles lie at heart of political games

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