ArmInfo.The target of US sanctions against Iran is specific areas and companies; the matter does not concern small-scale trade relations. Deputy Assistant Secretary of
State for European and Eurasian Affairs George Kent said this on October 16 in Yerevan, answering the question of ArmInfo correspondent whether Armenia could face US sanctions in view of cooperation with Iran, given that the United States imposed new sanctions against Iran.
"But, the Armenian and Azerbaijani companies with whom I had the opportunity to talk last week should know who their Iranian partners are. Yes, we urge not to have trade and economic relations with some Iranian structures and companies, as these enterprises may fall under the sanctions. And our US officials who deal with the issues of US sanctions are planning a visit in the near future, most likely in November for a more detailed discussion on this issue with the companies of Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia, "Kent concluded.