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Panel of Clerics Offers Talks With Iranian Opposition

The invitation from the Guardian Council, which is investigating the contested Iranian elections, is the first sign that authorities are prepared for some form of political dialogue.

An Insider Turned Agitator Is the Face of Iran’s Opposition

Mir Hussein Moussavi, a moderate figure now at the forefront of a popular uprising, has called for a large protest Thursday.

The Lede Blog

Updates 9:46 PM ET

A Guardian reporter estimates that there are a million people at the opposition rally in Tehran.

A group of reformist clerics have asked to hold a pro-Mousavi rally.

A commentator warns about false hopes.

The Lede: Latest Updates

To supplement reporting from New York Times correspondents inside Iran on Thursday, The Lede will continue to track the aftermath of Iran's disputed presidential election online.

U.S. Jobless Claims Fall for the First Time in 21 Weeks

The number of people on unemployment insurance rolls fell for the first time since early January, while first-time claims for benefits rose slightly.

The military academies said applications for the class of 2013 were up. Cadets at West Point in May for their graduation and commissioning ceremony.
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Military Academies See Rise in Applicants

The academies cite aggressive marketing, declining casualties in Iraq and the economic downturn as factors. Above, graduation day at West Point in May.

Obama Poll Sees Doubt on Budget and Health Care

The latest New York Times/CBS News poll found a distinct gulf between President Obama’s overall standing and how some of his key initiative are viewed.

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