Tag Archives: Manouchehr Mottaki

UN team on Iran probes arms seized in Nigeria

January 18, 2011 by benim

A United Nations panel of experts on sanctions on Iran on Tuesday probed an illegal shipment of weapons seized in Nigeria last October sent from an Iranian port, the Nigerian foreign minister said. The team was in Nigeria to “meet … read more »

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Senegal recalls envoy to Iran over arms seizure

December 15, 2010 by benim

Senegal recalled its ambassador to Iran on Tuesday, saying it was unhappy with explanations given by Tehran over an arms seizure in Nigeria that has dented Iran’s quest for allies and trade partners in Africa. Neighbouring Gambia has already cut … read more »

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Libya’s Gaddafi proposes 1 mln-strong African army

December 15, 2010 by benim

African nations should join forces to create a one-million-strong army to protect the continent and confront outsiders like NATO and China, Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi said on Tuesday. Gaddafi, well known for his forthright rhetoric, has acquired growing influence in … read more »

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Iranian man charged in Nigeria over illegal arms shipment

November 26, 2010 by benim

An Iranian man has been charged with arms trafficking in a Nigerian court, in connection with a shipment of weapons intercepted last month. Azim Aghajani appeared in court in Abuja, but did not enter a plea. Court documents reportedly identified … read more »

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Latest arms shipment to Nigeria is from Belgium

November 25, 2010 by benim

The illegal arms shipment intercepted this week at Nigeria’s busiest port came from Belgium through Germany, a navy spokesman said Thursday. “I can confirm to you that the origin of the impounded consignment of arms, military equipment and vehicles is … read more »

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Iran, Nigeria friendship turns sour over arms shipment

November 16, 2010 by benim

The story of the tension between Iran and Nigeria started on October 26, when Nigeria’s State Security Service (SSS) discovered 13 containers of illegal weapons at its Lagos seaport. The company which shipped the containers announced that it was a … read more »

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Nigeria will report Iran if arms broke UN sanctions

November 13, 2010 by benim

Nigeria will report Iran to the U.N. Security Council if it finds any evidence that an illegal arms shipment it seized two weeks ago violated U.N. sanctions, Nigerian Foreign Minister Odein Ajumogobia said on Friday. Ajumogobia met his Iranian counterpart … read more »

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