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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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