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Scottish Society Tied to Iran Sparks Controversy Over Funding

1/4/2026

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The Ahl al-Bait Society Scotland, linked to the Iranian regime, opened a £2 million headquarters in Glasgow.
The organization has received over £400,000 in Scottish government grants aimed at environmental initiatives.
Critics, including Scottish Conservative leaders, call for transparency about its financial ties after hosting events honoring Iranian officials.
The Iranian embassy dismissed the allegations of the society's involvement in violence as unfounded.

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The Ahl al-Bait Society Scotland, linked to the Iranian regime, opened a £2 million headquarters in Glasgow.
The organization has received over £400,000 in Scottish government grants aimed at environmental initiatives.
Critics, including Scottish Conservative leaders, call for transparency about its financial ties after hosting events honoring Iranian officials.
The Iranian embassy dismissed the allegations of the society's involvement in violence as unfounded.