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US sanctions 27 Iranian airlines with third country firms targeted
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from irishsun.com · Ireland · Middle East
The US has imposed sanctions on 27 Iranian airlines, with firms from other countries also being targeted. This action signifies significant economic measures taken by the US against Iran and its associates.
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