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United States blocks Iran envoy to United Nations
In a rare rebuke the United States denied a visa to Hamid Aboutalebi Iran's pick for U N ambassador the decision marks a harsh stance amid tentative thaw efforts Washington cited security concerns and past involvement in hostage crises drawing sharp criticism from Tehran and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle the move comes as talks with Iran continue and a broader nuclear agreement remains under negotiation officials said the visa decision would not derail ongoing discussions though it underscores tensions between the two countries
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