The United States has announced new sanctions against 18 entities and individuals accused of helping the Islamic Republic of Iran evade U.S. sanctions and suppress its population. The measures target financial and information technology companies, including one firm that reportedly assisted Iranian security services in restricting internet access for citizens.
A statement from the U.S. government said, "The United States will continue to deny Iran access to the international financial system as long as the regime persists in its destabilizing activities in the Middle East and around the world. We will use all available tools to combat Iran’s attempts to circumvent sanctions and repatriate illicit foreign revenue."
Officials also warned about the risks associated with engaging in transactions with sanctioned groups or Iranian financial institutions. "We emphasize that all transactions with sanctioned entities, including Iranian financial institutions, bring exposure to significant sanctions risks. The United States promotes accountability for those who seek to undermine international peace and security as well as human rights," the statement added.
These actions were carried out by the Office of Foreign Assets Control within the U.S. Department of the Treasury under Executive Order 13902, which targets Iran's financial and petroleum sectors. The steps are part of a broader strategy under National Security Presidential Memorandum 2 aimed at increasing economic pressure on Iran.
For more details, interested parties can consult press releases from the U.S. Department of Treasury.
