Iran can purchase tanks and jets after expiry of UN arms embargo

Iran can once again purchase tanks and fighter jets after the expiry of a UN arms embargo on Sunday. The US had sought to keep the embargo in place amid concern that Tehran could now begin to build up its armed forces. The Islamic Republic will not, however, immediately begin a spending spree, according to a statement from he Iranian foreign ministry on Sunday. “Iran’s defence doctrine is premised on strong reliance on its people and indigenous capabilities,” it said. The US De