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Iran killed her teenage daughter - now she is facing up to the regime | BBC News

In a year marked by protests, crackdowns and war, Iranians have found their lives turned upside down. BBC Panorama follows a grieving mother, Samira, who faces up to the regime…

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AI

Artificial intelligence

Computer systems that perform tasks that normally require human intelligence, such as understanding language, recognising images or making decisions.

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Business

Acquisition

The purchase of one company by another, giving the buyer control of the target's business.

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Inflation

The rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises over time, usually measured over twelve months.

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Ceasefire

An agreement between warring sides to stop fighting, temporarily or as a step toward a lasting peace deal.

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Coalition government

A government formed by two or more political parties that agree to work together because none has a majority alone.

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Streaming service

A subscription or ad-supported service that delivers films, series or music over the internet on demand.

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