But in a fresh cable sent to all embassies and consulates Wednesday evening , Secretary of State Hillary Clinton ordered posts `` to rescind all invitations that have been extended to Iranian diplomats for July Fourth events . Administration had planned to invite Iranians to celebrations at overseas posts . The White House said the invitation was withdrawn after Iran refused and instead invited its own citizens for a reception in Washington. Participation not appropriate given `` continued violent and unjust actions '' Violence against election protesters in Iran has caused the change , officials say .
Administration had planned to invite Iranians to celebrations at overseas posts . The White House said the invitation was withdrawn after Iran refused and instead invited its own citizens for a reception in Washington. Participation not appropriate given `` continued violent and unjust actions '' Violence against election protesters in Iran has caused the change , officials say .