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Iran says it sent monkey into space

TEHRAN — Iran said Monday it has successfully sent a monkey into space, describing the launch as another step toward Tehran’s goal of a manned space flight.

According to a brief report on state TV, the rocket reached a height of 72 miles. The report gave no other details on the timing or location of the launch but said the monkey safely returned to Earth.

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But what about the monkeys that are the country's leaders?