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WASHINGTON— In a move aimed at curbing Tehran’s military capabilities amidst mounting regional tensions, the United States has imposed new sanctions on 32 individuals and entities linked to Iran’s missile and drone programs. This action reflects the deepening global concern over the proliferation of sophisticated Iranian weaponry.
According to the news agency, the sanctions specifically target those individuals and organizations that provide material support for Iran’s development of ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs or drones). The restrictions are designed to sever the supply chains and financing networks crucial for the production and export of these weapons.
The US Treasury Department stated that this expansive network aiding Iran’s missile and drone development poses a clear and present danger to the United States and its regional allies in the Middle East. US officials maintain that Iran’s manufacturing and transfer of these weapons to proxy groups present a significant challenge to regional peace and stability. The sanctions aim to block the access of these entities to the US financial system, thereby limiting their ability to operate globally.
