Bani Dugal said Iran's Information Ministry appeared to be systematically generating suspicion, fear, and hatred toward Baha'i followers in an attempt to destabilize the community.
The Baha'i faith originated in Iran during the 19th century. Of an estimated 5 million followers worldwide, some 350,000 now live in Iran. But Tehran does not officially recognize the religion.
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