Monday, July 20, 2009

Unrest In Iran -- News Updates For July 20, 2009

Ali Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani abandoned his customary caution during a sermon at Friday Prayer at Tehran University. His speech was criticized Saturday by conservatives. Ali Rafiei/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images

Iran Supreme Leader Warns Opposition To Back Down -- Yahoo News/AP

TEHRAN, Iran – Iran's supreme leader told politicians Monday not to disturb the country's security in a strong warning to the opposition to back down after one of its top figures called for a referendum on the government.

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei addressed "Iran's elite" and warned them to be cautious in the positions they take on the turmoil that has shaken the country since the disputed presidential election on June 12.

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More News On The Unrest In Iran

Iran reformists seek referendum on election results -- L.A. Times
Iran's Khatami wants referendum on government's legitimacy -- Reuters
Ex-President in Iran Seeks Referendum -- New York Times
Iranian Critic Quotes Khomeini Principles -- New York Times
Iran’s Ex-President Criticized for Comments About Election -- New York Times
Report: Iran opposition candidate blasts 'clear lies' -- CNN
Iran releases last British embassy official -- The Telegraph

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