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CNN drives toward Tehran as security tightens and daily life appears calm

CNN'S Frederik Pleitgen encounters more checkpoints than usual and armed personnel on the road to the capital, but sees no signs of panic. Shops are open and stocked, and gas appears readily available with no long lines.

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