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The Iranian supreme leader appears to be assuaging hardliners at home ahead of a possible interim accord that would rein in Iran’s nuclear programme in return for the easing of sanctions. Continue reading…
Cautious hope over deal with Iran
After several false starts, Western negotiators are cautiously hopeful of a breakthrough deal with Iran this week to curb Tehran’s nuclear programme in return for sanctions relief. Continue reading…
Le Grand Satan? France under fire for tough line at nuclear talks
France was at the centre of a diplomatic storm today after the French Foreign Minister was accused of sabotaging a deal with Iran which would end almost a decade-long standoff over the Iranian nuclear programme. Continue reading…
Edith Piaf, 50 years gone but still loved
Fifty years after the death of Edith Piaf, the “Little Sparrow,” crowds packed into a church in a working-class district of Paris to mark the enduring legacy of the French singer. Continue reading
Anne Penketh 