Iran is ruled by religious leaders, such states are called…….

Theocracy/Theocratic states.

Explanation:

Theocracy is a type of governing in which the leaders enforce religion on their people and where religion plays a large part in government.

might be agreeing to participate ethically with other european nations in the slave trade

or notifying other european nations when taking possession   of african territories

answer; i believe that the correct answer is,lies(political rhetoric);