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US says illegal weapons exports growing
ap ^ | 10/10 | By LARA JAKES JORDAN, Associated Press Writer

Posted on 10/11/2007 6:02:32 PM PDT by Flavius

WASHINGTON - Missile technology, fighter jet parts, night vision goggles and other U.S. wartime equipment increasingly are being illegally smuggled to potential adversaries, such as China and Iran, the federal government said Thursday.

Last week, two Utah men were arrested for allegedly trying to sell parts over the Internet for F-4 and F-14 fighter jets — which are only flown by Iran. The week before, two engineers were indicted in San Jose, Calif., on charges of stealing computer chip designs intended for the Chinese military.

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KEYWORDS: iran; profits

1 posted on 10/11/2007 6:02:40 PM PDT by Flavius
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To: Flavius

You defy the rules or play by the rules. There are strict regulations on the export of technology. Especially Military technology. Contact the dept of commerce and the state dept for guidelines


2 posted on 10/11/2007 6:31:25 PM PDT by mylife (The Roar Of The Masses Could Be Farts)
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To: Flavius

try them for treason and let them deal with the consequences of their actions. Sooner or later people will figure out no amount of money is worth your life.


3 posted on 10/11/2007 7:54:03 PM PDT by SCHROLL
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