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US Testing Giant Suspends TOEFL , GRE Exams In Iran After Sanctions

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from iranherald.com · Iran · Middle East

A major US testing organization has suspended TOEFL and GRE exams in Iran, citing sanctions as the reason. This action impacts Iranian students seeking international educational opportunities.

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