Iran seals French language centre in Tehran over alleged illegal activities
Iranian authorities sealed a French Language Centre affiliated with the French embassy in Tehran on Sunday following a judicial order.
Prosecutors cite security concerns
The Tehran prosecutor's office stated that the centre operated for years without obtaining the required operating licence. Authorities accused the institution of carrying out projects contrary to Iranian-Islamic culture and national security. The centre was also alleged to have facilitated the departure of skilled Iranians from the country.
Judicial order shuts facility
The closure was executed as part of broader legal measures against unauthorised institutions in Iran. Prosecutors claimed the facility abused its status as a language training venue to build networks among elite figures. No immediate comment came from the French embassy regarding the shutdown.
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