Trump Administration Imposes New Sanctions Targeting Iran's Economic Entities

The Trump administration has announced new sanctions targeting Iran's shipping, trading, and energy sectors. These sanctions coincide with measures taken against ongoing protests in Iran. In addition, 11 individuals and Fardis Prison are named in the sanctions list, according to the U.S. Treasury Department.

The Trump administration issued fresh sanctions against Iran, focusing on the country's shipping, trading, and energy companies, according to the U.S. Treasury Department's website.

This move comes in response to Iran's harsh crackdown on protests that have been erupting nationwide since December 28. The sanctions are aimed at putting economic pressure on the Iranian government.

In addition to targeting companies, the sanctions also include 11 individuals and Fardis Prison, further tightening the U.S. grip on Iran. Reporting for this story comes from Susan Heavey, Katharine Jackson, and Daphne Psaledakis, with editing by Doina Chiacu.