Iran calls new US sanctions 'economic terrorism,' warns of consequences

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran's Foreign Ministry condemned a new round of US sanctions announced against the country, describing the measures as "economic terrorism and a crime against humanity." In a written statement, the ministry said the US move reflected a hegemonic stance that violated international law. The ministry said Washington was turning to sanctions because it had failed to achieve its goals during two wars it had waged against Iran. It added that the new measures would not shake Iran's determination to defend its independence and sovereignty. Iran's Foreign Ministry also argued that the repetition of a sanctions policy that had previously failed would only end in failure again. It did not specify which new sanctions package was being addressed or the sectors targeted. The statement warned that all parties involved in designing, implementing and supporting the sanctions would bear responsibility for the consequences. No further details on the timing or scope of the US measures were immediately available.