US imposes new sanctions on Iran-linked networks targeting 30 individuals and entities
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- US Treasury announces new sanctions targeting Iran-linked networks involving about 30 individuals and entities.
- Washington warns shipping companies over paying fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States has announced a new round of sanctions linked to Iran, targeting around 30 individuals and entities, according to the US Department of the Treasury.
The move comes as Washington continues its pressure campaign against networks it says are connected to Iranian activities across the region.
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The US Treasury said the sanctions are aimed at disrupting financial and logistical channels associated with Iran.
Officials did not immediately provide full details on the designated individuals and entities, but described the measures as part of ongoing efforts to restrict access to the international financial system.
The announcement adds to a broader pattern of sanctions imposed by the United States in recent years targeting Iran’s economic and operational networks.
Alongside the sanctions, Washington issued a warning to shipping companies operating in the region.
It said that paying fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz could expose firms to the risk of US sanctions.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes, handling a significant share of global energy shipments.
The latest measures reflect continued US concerns over maritime activity in the Gulf region, where shipping lanes remain a focal point of geopolitical tension.
Washington has repeatedly warned of risks to commercial shipping linked to regional disputes, while maintaining that sanctions are intended to limit destabilising activities.
