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Iran Closes French Embassy-Linked Language Centre

Sep 21, 2026
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Sep 21, 2026 01:31
Iran shuts language centre linked to French embassy

## Closure of Language Centre

Iran has shut down a French language centre in Tehran linked to the French embassy, accusing it of engaging in activities that breach diplomatic norms. The Iranian judiciary claims the centre, operating under the guise of language instruction, was involved in "illegal acts" and misused its status to influence elite figures and facilitate their departure from the country.

## French Response

The French foreign ministry condemned the closure, labeling it an "unjustifiable and unacceptable" attack on France's cultural presence in Iran. In response, France plans to summon Iran's ambassador and take appropriate measures.

## Strained Diplomatic Relations

Tensions between Iran and France have been escalating. Recently, France expelled two Iranian diplomats following the brief detention of two French envoys in Iran, whom Tehran accused of interfering in its internal affairs.

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