On Monday, the European Union sanctioned six individuals and five entities in connection with "participation in the production and development of Iranian drones used in Russia's illegal war against Ukraine." The Council of the European Union stated in a statement that the Islamic Republic's support for Russia in the war with Ukraine led to sanctions against companies such as Chakad Aerospace Industry, its CEO, deputy CEO, and senior scientist, as well as other drone manufacturers, particularly Baharestan Kish and its director, and Saad Sazeh Faraz Sharif and its CEO. Another sanctioned company is Samad Electronic Sepahan, which the EU claims provides aerospace engineering services. Kimia Part Sivan, which reportedly assists in enhancing the Quds Force's drone program, has also been sanctioned. According to the report, the assets of those targeted by the sanctions will be frozen, and their travel to the EU will be prohibited. Additionally, funding sources for these individuals and companies will be banned. Despite evidence from experts and Western intelligence agencies, the Islamic Republic of Iran has denied supporting Russia in the Ukraine war. Russia has repeatedly used Iranian Shahed-136 drones against civilian infrastructure in Ukraine. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated earlier in December that most of the drones used in the largest Russian drone attack on the Ukrainian capital, which occurred days before his speech, were made in Iran. U.S. officials have also warned that the Islamic Republic is preparing to send advanced short-range missiles to Russia. According to the Wall Street Journal, Iran had previously provided other weapons such as drones, guided bombs, and artillery shells to Moscow to assist in its invasion of Ukraine. An American senator has called for immediate sanctions against the Iranian drone manufacturer in Russian territory. Ukraine has urged its Western allies to increase "defense production" to counter the Russian invasion. Blinken noted that most drones used in the attack on Kyiv were "made in Iran." Ukraine shot down 14 Shahed drones; Zelensky stated, "We have repeatedly told the Islamic Republic not to provide weapons to Russia."
EU Sanctions 6 Individuals and 5 Entities Linked to Iran's Drone Assistance to Russia
The EU has imposed sanctions on six individuals and five entities linked to Iran's drone production for Russia's war in Ukraine. This action highlights the ongoing military cooperation between Iran and Russia, despite Iran's denials. The sanctions aim to restrict the financial and operational capabilities of these entities involved in military support.
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⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
EU sanctioned six individuals and five entities linked to Iran's drone assistance to Russia.
- European Union sanction Chakad Aerospace Industry, Baharestan Kish, Saad Sazeh Faraz Sharif, Samad Electronic Sepahan, Kimia Part Sivan
- European Union freeze Assets of sanctioned individuals and entities
- European Union ban Travel of sanctioned individuals to the EU
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The EU's sanctions reflect growing international concern over Iran's military support to Russia.
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