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June 12, 2009

Iran Holds Presidential Elections
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In Iran, a record turnout is expected today for a presidential election
between incumbent Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and three opposition candidates.
Ahmadinejad is facing a stiff challenge from Mir-Hossein Mousavi, an
architect and artist who served as prime minister of Iran between 1981
and 1989.



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