The Iranian regime is facing a mounting challenge from within.
Amid those difficulties US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reimposing sanctions on Iran.
The move comes three months after the US pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal, with Mr Trump saying his policy is to levy “maximum economic pressure” on the country.
In response Iranian President Hassan Rouhani rejected any idea of direct talks with Mr Trump.
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