US EditionTrump administration imposes sanctions on some Iranian people and firms after UN decision
- On Wednesday, the Trump administration imposed sanctions on numerous entities and persons linked to Iran’s development of missile systems and military aircraft, aiming to reinforce the recently reinstated U.N. restrictions on Tehran.
- These sanctions followed new United Nations measures designed to freeze Iranian assets, halt arms deals, and penalize ballistic missile development due to concerns over Iran's nuclear program.
- The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 21 organizations and 17 individuals connected to networks that facilitate the acquisition of technology for sophisticated missile systems and the unlawful procurement of a U.S.-made helicopter for Iran’s military.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that Iran’s backing of militant groups and its efforts to develop nuclear arms pose significant risks to the safety of the Middle East, the U.S., and its international partners.
- The value of Iran’s rial has dropped to an unprecedented low, driving up food costs and intensifying economic hardships for Iranians, who are growing more concerned about their future stability amid these challenges.
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US targets Iran’s nuclear program with new sanctions
The Trump administration on Wednesday announced a new round of sanctions on Iran in support of “snapback” United Nations Security Council penalties on the country that mark the formal end of the Obama-era nuclear deal. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. is designating dozens of individuals and entities involved in Iran’s nuclear program,…
Trump Administration Imposes Sanctions on Some Iranian People and Firms After UN Decision
Trump administration sanctions announced Wednesday target dozens of companies and individuals involved in Iran's missile and military aircraft production, a new punishment intended to support recently reimposed UN penalties against Tehran over its nuclear program. The “snapback” UN measures freeze Iranian assets abroad, halt arms deals with Tehran and penalize any development of Iran’s ballistic missile program, among other measures.
Trump admin targets Iran's missile program with new sanctions
Washington: Trump administration sanctions announced Wednesday target dozens of companies and individuals involved in Iran’s missile and military aircraft production, a new punishment intended to support recently reimposed UN penalties against Tehran over its nuclear programme. The “snapback” UN measures freeze Iranian assets abroad, halt arms deals with Tehran and penalize any development of Iran’s ballistic missile programme, among other measu…
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