Tag Archives: Iran

Did You Know That There’s An Iranian Version of Uber?

Uber
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Uber is a great way to hail a ride from your mobile device. Kim, Lucas and I have used the app in various countries (as long as we have a WiFi connection).

There’s one country where Uber doesn’t operate- Iran.

CNN writes that, with Uber locked out of the Iran for the foreseeable future due to U.S. sanctions, a startup called Snapp is looking to be a big player among ride-hailing apps. Continue reading Did You Know That There’s An Iranian Version of Uber?

Is Iran Smuggling Weapons on Mahan Air Commercial Flights

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Israel is alleging that Iran is smuggling weapons on Mahan Air flights to Lebanon, according to Business Insider.

The info, which was discovered by Israeli intelligence was shared by Israel’s ambassador to the UN to the Security Council. The info was cleared for publication yesterday. Continue reading Is Iran Smuggling Weapons on Mahan Air Commercial Flights

Air France Crew Told To Wear Headscarf in Iran, Don’t Want To, Can Opt Out

Air France Crew
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Air France will start flying to Tehran, Iran on April 17 but they’re having a bit of a disagreement with their crew.

The airline has said that female Air France crew should wear a headscarf while in Iran but some crew members do not want to. If they don’t follow the rules, they could be in for some trouble… Continue reading Air France Crew Told To Wear Headscarf in Iran, Don’t Want To, Can Opt Out