The Security Council banned the export of Iranian arms to other countries in March 2007. The EU barred the import and export of arms and equipment that could help with uranium enrichment.
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Iran sanctions 101
Sanctions on Iran have been substantially expanded since their first iteration in 1979. Here's a recap of the sanctions Iran faces now.
Arms embargo
