Iran is determined to develop nuclear energy and has a contract with Russia to finish a half-built, German-designed nuclear-power plant in the port of Bushehr on the Persian Gulf.

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"It would be great if I could extend my contract with the club and finish my career here, " he revealed.

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However, Massa's future is under threat after failing to finish either of the two races so far this season, although he is under contract until the end of 2010.

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Duff's cross from the left found Ryan Taylor, whose volley ricocheted off two West Brom defenders before the ball found its way to Lovenkrands and the 29-year-old Dane, on a contract until the end of the season, marked his first start with a calm finish from eight yards.

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Germany's Nick Heidfeld, still seeking to clinch a new contract with BMW Sauber, was the biggest casualty of the first qualifying session as he could finish only 16th.

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