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Iranian officials across the political spectrum, including Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf, the judiciary chief, President Pezeshkian, VP Aref, and IRGC chief Vahidi, congratulated the national astronomy and astrophysics team for winning five gold medals and a third consecutive world title in Hanoi, framing it as proof Iranian youth can overcome sanctions. Separately, Iran's delegation won 52 medals at the Nagoya Asian Games, including a fourth straight men's volleyball gold and record-breaking performances by Iranian women across multiple sports, prompting further praise from top officials.