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You also will not provide access to or allow the use of our Services by any government, entity or individual: (a) located in any Prohibited Jurisdiction; or (b) identified on the U.S. Treasury Department's list of Specially Designated Nationals...
By using the Services, you represent and warrant that you are not located in any such country or on any such list.
you will not access or use our Services in any manner that would cause us or you to violate any U.S. or international embargoes, economic sanctions, or export controls laws or regulations.
"Using Google Ads or Display & Video 360 for or on behalf of entities or individuals located in sanctioned countries or regions is not allowed.Excerpt from Google Ads's Restricted Content Policy
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The clause states: “Using Google Ads or Display & Video 360 for or on behalf of entities or individuals located in sanctioned countries or regions is not allowed.”
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