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‘2,500 years of tyranny and submission’: what we can learn from reading Marjane Satrapi’s Persepolis during the Iran War

Comic book author Marjane Satrapi passed away last week in Paris at age 56, just before conflict between Israel and her native Iran re-erupted. While her work has enjoyed enduring fame, the present conflict has made it more relevant than ever before.

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Marjane Satrapi’s masterpiece Persepolis transformed the world’s understanding of Iran

Marjane Satrapi, best known for her memoir and film Persepolis, has died, aged 56. The death of this much loved Iranian–French artist, graphic novelist, film-maker and activist has been met with widespread celebration of her life – and its dedication to resistance, freedom and humanity. French president Emmanuel Macron paid…

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Who Was Marjane Satrapi? Net Worth, Career and Heartbreaking Romance Behind 'Persepolis' Creator's Final Years

Marjane Satrapi's life, career, net worth and final years explored following her death at 56, including her work behind Persepolis.

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Marjane Satrapi 'Dies of Sadness' Following Loss of Her Husband Mattias Ripa in 2025

Marjane Satrapi, renowned for her graphic memoir 'Persepolis', has died at 56. Her passing has sparked global tributes, reflecting on her contributions to literature and advocacy for human rights.

International Business Times UK

Marjane Satrapi death: Persepolis author who chronicled life during & after Iran's revolution dies at 56; Family says she passed away 'of sadness'

Marjane Satrapi death reason: Marjane Satrapi, the acclaimed author of Persepolis, has passed away in Paris at the age of 56. Her work brought Iranian experiences to a global audience. Satrapi was a strong advocate for freedom and women's rights. Her death follows the passing of her husband.

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Marjane Satrapi, creator of Persepolis and acclaimed French-Iranian artist, dies aged 56

Family members said the author of the landmark comic book memoir ‘died of sadness’ after the death of her husband last year

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Simorgh, East Dulwich: Homely Persian, a side of laughter — the best medicine

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Tractor SC complete journey to upset Iran’s establishment and claim historic title

The club’s success has brought hope, unity and a voice to millions of Azerbaijani- Turks, the largest minority in Iran

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Ronaldo Misses Al Nassr Draw In Asian Champions League Opener

Al Nassr struggled in Cristiano Ronaldo's absence on Monday, when the Saudi club kicked off the revamped Asian Champions League with a 1-1 draw against Al Shorta in Iraq.

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‘The little girl in Persepolis has grown up’: Marjane Satrapi on life after her hit graphic novel – and her radical new work

As a new wave of protests sweep Iran, the author explains why she has returned to drawing. Plus: an extract from her new collection of protest cartoons

The Guardian - UK

Iranian women allowed into football stadiums but journey is far from over

In December 3,000 women watched the Tehran derby but seats are often poor and there is a limit to how many can attend

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Cristiano Ronaldo Makes Referee Overturn Al-Nassr's Penalty In Asian Champions League [Viral Video]

Ronaldo refused to take Al-Nassr's penalty in their 0-0 draw on Monday.

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Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo tells referee to overturn penalty he won in AFC Champions League

NEW DELHI: In a captivating AFC Champions League encounter between Al Nassr and Persepolis, Cristiano Ronaldo took centre stage, influencing a pivotal moment that saw the referee reverse a penalty decision in the Saudi Pro League side's 0-0 draw with the Iranian outfit.

The Times of India

Al Nassr vs Persepolis – AFC Champions League Group E match preview

Saudi club Al Nassr host Iran’s Persepolis FC in the AFC Champions League after beating them in Tehran earlier.

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Iran and Saudi Arabia tensions leave Asian Champions League in a mess

New stars brought high hopes for the competition – but old rivalries and politics are once again rearing their ugly heads

The Times of India

Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr earn 2-0 victory over Persepolis in Asian Champions League opener

NEW DELHI: Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr began their Asian Champions League campaign with a commanding 2-0 win over Persepolis, capitalizing on their numerical advantage in Tehran's Azadi Stadium.

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Cristiano Ronaldo gets massive welcome in Iran ahead of closed-doors match

Thousands turned up to welcome the footballer ahead of AFC Champions League match to be played behind closed doors.

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A look at the tumultuous life of 'Persepolis' as it turns 20

Marjane Satrapi's memoir has a history of garnering controversy — it's been on the ALA's list of most challenged books and continues to be the subject of debate about inclusion in school curriculums.

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Iran names World Cup 2022 squad

Iran is hoping to make it out of the group stages for the first time in its history.

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Crackdown puts Iran’s loyalties on the line before Qatar World Cup kick-off

England’s first opponents must juggle political as well as sporting expectations with splits in their camp

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Protesters in Iran are ‘beautiful and inspiring’, says Persepolis creator

‘What I have lived, the youth is living now,’ says Marjane Satrapi, whose graphic novel depicted girl’s life in 1979 Islamic revolution

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Baldy Chef's Kitchen opening in Glasgow as southsiders get set for pizzas, loaded fries and shawarma

Work is already underway to bring this brilliantly-named food spot to Battlefield, replacing the former Persepolis takeaway on Battlefield Road and due to open later this month.

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