U.S. overturns Iran “iPhone” sanctions May 31, 2013 - 09:42 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The U.S. has eased restrictions on the sale of mobile phones and other communications devices, software and services to Iranians, BBC News reported. The move is intended to promote Iranians' political freedom, countering what the U.S. describes as Tehran's efforts to "silence its people". The shift marks the first time Apple's iPhone can be exported legally to Iran. The U.S. had toughened sanctions in recent years in an effort to force Iran to curb its nuclear programme. The U.S. believes Iran is enriching uranium to levels that could be used in a nuclear weapon, but Iran insists its programme has peaceful objectives. "The people of Iran should be able to communicate and access information without being subject to reprisals by their government," the U.S. treasury department said in a statement.   Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot".   Partner news |  Latest news Surveying works underway in Armenia’s Kirants  Surveying works are underway in the Armenian village of Kirants in the northern Tavush province.Armenia calls for prohibiting threats of attacks on nuclear facilities Armenia has raised the need for a treaty prohibiting attacks on nuclear facilities devoted to peaceful purposes.Armenia says ready to extend nuclear plant’s lifetime by 10 years Armenia has taken necessary measures to extend the lifetime of its nuclear power plant until 2036.Ameriabank's Trade Finance portfolio enriched with four prestigious awards from EBRD and IFC Ameriabank received the awards from international financial institutions in recognition of its trade finance operations. |
