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- Sharif University of Technology expelled six students for displaying the pre-1979 Lion and Sun emblem opposed to the Islamic Republic.
- The disciplinary committee said the students led illegal gatherings, used insulting language and acted against the Islamic Republic.
- The expulsions follow protests that began in December over cost-of-living issues and peaked in January.
- Authorities have not confirmed if the expelled students will face charges in criminal or revolutionary courts.
