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May 8, 2007


Cartoonist Banned From Iran University

Nureddin Zarrinkelk, a cartoonist best known for his animated film work, has been banned from the University of Tehran for insulting a female student wearing traditional Islamic coverings. The 70-year-old award-winning illustrator of several cartoon-driven books and former caricaturist was also banned from teaching shortly after the 1979 revolution. He is heavily involved in illustration and animation organizations.
 
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