Iran Broadcaster May Shut Foreign-Language Channels Over Funding

A mural depicting Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic republic of Iran, stands above a roadside in Tehran. — A mural depicting Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic republic of Iran, stands above a roadside in Tehran.
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By Golnar Motevalli

June 11, 2020 at 4:18 PM UTC

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Iran’s state broadcaster said it may have to close some foreign-language networks including Press TV, which broadcasts in English, because of a shortage of funds, semi-official Fars news reported.