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Iran demographics
Language: Persian (Farsi)
Area: 1,648,195 sq. km
Population: 66,000,000
Capital City:Tehran
± GMT: +3 ½ hours
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Exercise a high degree of caution in Iran because of the threat of terrorist attack against Western interests.
Acts of political violence occur throughout Iran, including in the capital, Tehran, including bomb attacks against foreign targets, Iranian government establishments and religious sites.
Political developments in the region may prompt large demonstrations.
The Iranian presidential election was held on 12 June 2009. The period following the election has seen heightened political tension and an unpredictable security situation. Large demonstrations and violent clashes, resulting in some deaths, have taken place in Tehran and other cities in Iran. Severe restrictions have been placed on foreign journalists. You should monitor developments closely, maintain a low profile and avoid any demonstrations or large political gatherings.
Pay close attention to your personal security at all times and closely monitor the media and other local sources for information about possible new safety or security risks.
You are advised not to travel to areas near the border with Iraq, particularly in Ilam province and Khorramshahr in Khuzestan province, because of the extremely dangerous security situation.
You are advised not to travel to any area in Kerman province east of the city of Kerman (including the city of Bam), Sistan va Baluchestan province and areas near the border with Afghanistan in Khorasan-e-Razavi and Khorasan-e-Jonubi province due to the unpredictable security situation.
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