US Treasury imposes new sanctions on Iran

WASHINGTON, United States — WASHINGTON — The U.S. Treasury Department announced a new round of sanctions against Iran, targeting individuals and entities it said are linked to Tehran's nuclear program, ballistic missile development and regional support networks. The department said the measures are part of an ongoing campaign to disrupt financing channels used to sustain those activities. Under the sanctions, the listed individuals and entities are barred from transacting with the U.S. financial system, accessing U.S.-linked assets and conducting financial transactions under U.S. jurisdiction. The Treasury Department said those newly designated have connections to figures previously placed on the sanctions list, extending financial restrictions imposed in earlier actions. The department said the sanctions are designed to prevent Iranian government resources from being channeled through these networks. No further details on the specific individuals or entities, or the effective date of the designations, were immediately available. The Treasury Department said the United States will continue coordinating with allies and partners on the enforcement of the sanctions and on efforts to limit Iran's regional activities.