The United States has issued a visa to former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, despite Washington's row with Tehran over its nuclear programme. Mr Khatami will be one of the most senior Iranian figures to visit the US since diplomatic ties were cut in 1979, apart from officials on UN business. Mr Khatami's visit is being described as private. The US state department said there were no plans for him to meet government officials. Mr Khatami is to give a speech at Washington's National Cathedral on 7 September on the role that Islam, Judaism and Christianity can play in shaping peace. He will also attend a conference at the UN in New York on promoting dialogue. ... http://news.bbc.co.uk censor News |
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