Majlis Drops Motion to Impeach Agriculture Minister

The motion to impeach Agriculture Minister Mahmoud Hojjati scheduled in the parliament on Sunday was called off after all sponsors of the motion withdrew their names.   
“The Majlis Agriculture Commission and signatories of the petition held a meeting with the agriculture minister … Both sides were determined to prioritize mutual cooperation, especially at present when the [draft] budget bill is being reviewed [by lawmakers],” Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani said.