Apple confirmed that it removes Iranian apps because of U.S. sanctions

Apple recently confirmed that it's been removing Iranian apps from its store due to American sanctions against the country.

While the sale of Apple products is actually prohibited in Iran, Iranian consumers still get their hands on Apple devices like iPhones, reports the The New York Times. Naturally this has led to the development of Iranian apps, several of which Apple has shut down in recent weeks.  

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Apple told developers, "Under the U.S. sanctions regulations, the App Store cannot host, distribute, or do business with apps or developers connected to certain  U.S. embargoed countries," according to The Times.  Read more...

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