On Wednesday, August 2, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, signed a bill to intensify sanctions against Iran, Russia, and North Korea, paving the way for sanctions against the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) by the United States. According to the US Congress's resolution, the President must impose sanctions against the IRGC and foreign individuals who are officials, agents, or affiliates of the IRGC 90 days after the law comes into effect. With the implementation of this law, those involved in Iran's missile programs and anyone who trades with them will be targeted by the new sanctions. The sanctions also include a ban on arms trade with the IRGC. Ali Vaez, a senior analyst at the International Crisis Group on Iran, Mansour Kashfi, an energy expert in the US, and Reza Ghorishi, a political science professor in the US, have discussed the impact of the new sanctions on Iran with Radio Farda.
What Will Be the Impact of New US Sanctions on Iran?
The US has signed a bill to intensify sanctions against Iran, particularly targeting the IRGC and individuals involved in its missile programs. This move is significant as it could further isolate Iran economically and politically. Experts are discussing the potential ramifications of these sanctions.
👥 Key Players
⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
US intensifies sanctions against Iran targeting IRGC and missile program affiliates.
- Donald Trump sanction Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, foreign individuals affiliated with IRGC
- United States Congress announce Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
- United States designate Iran's missile programs
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The new sanctions are a significant escalation in US-Iran relations.
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