The Guardian view on President Rouhani’s European visit: far too soon to celebrate a changed Iran | Editorial
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Hassan Rouhani charmed his way around Europe, but Iran is still fuelling the war in Syria
President Hassan Rouhani's whirlwind visit to Europe last week was an indication both of how eager Iran is to shed its pariah status and of how eager western countries are to resume trade and financial relations now that international sanctions are being lifted. Dozens of contracts running into billions of dollars were discussed. He met the pope, the Italian prime minister, the French president, and many business leaders.
The security services continue to harass and detain activists, writers and journalists
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