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The Islamic Republic of Iran Should Be Overthrown

On April 18, 1983, Iran's attack on the US embassy in Beirut marked the beginning of its organized support for terrorism, a trend that has continued to this day. This support has facilitated the rise of groups like al-Qaeda and...

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