On March 20, 2025, Nowruz was celebrated by Iranians worldwide, while the MEK faced a disinformation campaign orchestrated by Tehran. The release of French hostage Olivier Grondeau raised concerns about Iran’s continued use of hostage diplomacy to silence critics, with NCRI denouncing a smear campaign against Maryam Rajavi and highlighting a history of hostage-taking tactics in negotiations with European nations. The MEK’s spokesperson pointed out a pattern of demonization against the Iranian Resistance, suggesting a link between Grondeau’s release and a recent smear campaign in French media, indicating a longstanding strategy by the Iranian regime.
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The EU doesn’t need a deal with Trump
Ursula von der Leyen is meeting Donald Trump in Scotland to discuss trade as tariff deadlines approach, drawing insights from her recent summits with Japan and China. The article argues that the EU should not concede to US pressures, highlighting the unpredictable nature of Trump's negotiations and suggesting that both the US and EU have more to lose than appears. Want More Context? 🔎
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