Iranian say access to life-saving drugs is difficult because of Western sanctions . In July , Iran lost one of its most acclaimed playwrights and directors when Mahmoud Ostad-Mohammad passed away in Tehran at the age of 62 . West has imposed harsh economic sanctions for Iran 's failure to suspend nuclear program . Economic sanctions targeting Iranians banks and energy sector have crippled U.S. 's economy . Iran officials say Western sanctions are designed to target government , not citizens .
Iranian say access to life-saving drugs is difficult because of Western sanctions . West has imposed harsh economic sanctions for Iran 's failure to suspend nuclear program . Economic sanctions targeting Iranians banks and energy sector have crippled U.S. 's economy . Iran officials say Western sanctions are designed to target government , not citizens .