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US Sanctions Lead to Suspension of TOEFL and GRE Tests in Iran

The suspension of TOEFL and GRE testing in Iran has disrupted the plans of students aiming to study abroad, following changes to US sanctions regulations. ETS announced the halt after the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control froze General License G, which previously allowed certain educational services to continue. Students are now facing increased travel costs and uncertainty regarding their university applications.

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The suspension of TOEFL and GRE testing in Iran has disrupted the plans of students aiming to study abroad, following changes to US sanctions regulations. ETS announced the halt after the US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control froze General License G, which previously allowed certain educational services to continue. Students are now facing increased travel costs and uncertainty regarding their university applications.

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US sanctions halt TOEFL and GRE tests in Iran, disrupting study plans

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US Sanctions Lead to Suspension of TOEFL and GRE Tests in Iran