Tensions rise as US imposes new Iran sanctions

The US imposed new sanctions against Iran’s defence ministry, its Revolutionary Guard Corps and a number of banks today.

Thu, 25 Oct, 2007 - 15:53
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The US imposed new sanctions against Iran’s defence ministry, its Revolutionary Guard Corps and a number of banks today.

US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said the move was designed to punish Iran for its support for terrorist organisations in Iraq and the Middle East, missile sales and nuclear activities.

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