Portugal summoned Iran's ambassador to condemn the violent repression of protests against the regime in that country and is open to strengthening European sanctions, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced today. Von der Leyen pledged on Tuesday to swiftly propose new sanctions against those 'responsible for the repression' of the demonstrations in Iran, saying she was horrified.
Portugal summons Iran's ambassador to condemn repression and is open to strengthening sanctions
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Joaquim Miranda Sarmento is Portugal’s Finance Minister who gave a hearing before the Budget, Finance and Public Administration Committee about fiscal measures affecting housing. His remarks matter to expats because finance ministry decisions — like exemptions and public guarantees for young homebuyers — influence the property market, taxes and programmes that can affect housing affordability.
