Following recent developments over Iran nuclear program, Iran’s political elite has given up illusions in relation to Hamas and other Palestinian organizations that have traditionally been regarded as pro-Iranian, according to deputy head of YSU Oriental Studies department Vardan Voskanyan.

The expert noted that Iran has halted financing these organizations, suggesting the assistance be aimed to implementing economic projects in Armenia.

“I deem Iran’s initiative reasonable, particularly in terms of oil pipeline construction as Armenia may facilitate export of the Iranian oil,” Mr.Voskanyan said.