Iran News Roundup: July 27, 2012

Iranian Increases Defense Capabilities in the Persian Gulf, Adds Anti-Ship Missiles Analysts say Iran has developed an arsenal of sophisticated anti-ship missiles in the Persian Gulf, and it has expanded its fleet of submarines and fast-attack boats to increase its defense capabilities (Washington Post 7/26). P5+1 Talks with Iran to Resume “Soon” EU foreign policy […]

Obama’s Treasury pick vows financial action against Iran

AFP reports that Obama’s pick for Treasury Secretary Timoty Geithner will continue to put financial pressure on the Iranian banking system. Obama’s Treasury pick vows financial action against Iran January 22, 2009 WASHINGTON (AFP) – Treasury secretary-designate Timothy Geithner vowed to pursue the US government’s financial offensive on Iran to stamp out its alleged weapons […]