Baneh
بانه
City
🚫 Sanctions record
Baneh (City) is designated on the US Treasury's OFAC Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list under the IRAN program. Artesh has recorded 32 mentions in news coverage, most recently on October 31, 2026.
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View Timeline →Discovery of 244 Livestock and Several Smuggled Goods Shipments at Baneh Border
Border guards in Baneh seized a significant amount of smuggled goods, including livestock and cigarettes. This operation highlights ongoing issues with smuggling in the region.…
40 Kilometers of Baneh's Electricity Network Improved in the Second Phase of Jihadi Repairs
The electricity distribution manager in Baneh reported the repair of 40 kilometers of the local electricity network as part of a Jihadi initiative. This project…
Explosion Sound Heard in Baneh
An explosion sound was reported in Baneh, and the local governor addressed the situation. This incident is significant as it may indicate security issues in…
Commander of the Army Ground Forces: Army Schools Will Be Expanded in Border Cities
The commander of the Army Ground Forces announced plans to expand army schools in various border cities to address the educational needs of military personnel's…
Forecast of scattered showers and thunderstorms in northern Kurdistan
The Kurdistan Weather Administration forecasts scattered showers and thunderstorms in northern Kurdistan from September 20 to the following Sunday. This weather pattern is expected to…
Authorities Crack Down on Journalists Amid Water Crisis in Western Iran
In Baneh, western Iran, local journalists and social media administrators are facing increased pressure from authorities amid severe water shortages. A Kurdish rights group has…
Avalanche in Kurdistan Province Claims the Lives of Six Mountaineers
Six mountaineers died in Kurdistan Province due to three consecutive avalanches while returning from a climb. The incident highlights the dangers posed by severe weather…
20% Increase in Fruit Prices This Summer, Pistachio Exports Face Challenges
Fruit prices in Iran have risen by 20% this summer, with workers struggling to afford basic necessities. Pistachio exports are facing significant challenges, with a…
Life Under the Blade of Censorship and Death in 'The Depths of Night' by Farhad Vilkij
Farhad Vilkij's film 'The Depths of Night' premiered at Cannes, showcasing the struggles of a writer under censorship in Iran. The film reflects Vilkij's personal…
Matlab Ahmadian Returned to Evin Prison 'Before Completing Treatment'
Matlab Ahmadian, a political prisoner, was returned to Evin Prison before completing his medical treatment despite serious health issues. His return was against medical advice…
A Young Kolber Shot Dead by Islamic Republic Forces at the Baneh Border
A young kolber named Vahid Qarpour was shot dead by Islamic Republic forces at the Baneh border, marking another incident in a series of violent…
Ata Rostampour, a Married Kolbar with Three Children, Shot Dead by Islamic Republic Forces
Ata Rostampour, a married kolbar with three children, was shot dead by Islamic Republic forces at the Henghajjal border. This incident is part of a…
Shawna Ahmadpour, a Married Kolbar, Killed by 'Direct Gunfire' from Islamic Republic Forces
Shawna Ahmadpour, a 34-year-old married kolbar, was killed by direct gunfire from Iranian border guards in Baneh, along with two others who were injured. This…
A Young Kolbar Shot Dead by Iranian Military Forces
A 25-year-old kolbar named Mohammad Ganjeh was shot dead by Iranian military forces in Piranshahr. This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence…
Deadly Shooting of Another Kolbar in Saqqez; Ali Zargami Had Three Children
Ali Zargami, a 53-year-old kolbar, was shot and killed by Iranian border guards while carrying goods at the Mishaw border. His death is part of…
Hengaw: 67 Kolbers Killed or Injured in One Month
In February 2024, at least 67 Kolbers were killed or injured in Iran's Kurdish regions, primarily due to gunfire from Iranian armed forces. This represents…
Another Kolber Targeted in Kurdistan; A 20-Year-Old Shot Dead
A 20-year-old Kolber was shot dead by Iranian border forces in Kurdistan, highlighting ongoing violence against Kolbers. Human rights organizations report a significant number of…
Islamic Republic Border Forces Shot at Two Kolbers After Their Arrest
Two kolbers, Yousef and Farzad, were shot and injured by Islamic Republic border forces after their arrest in Baneh. This incident marks the third shooting…
Difficult Times for Porters; 17 Porters Killed or Injured in 15 Days
In January 2023, 17 porters were killed or injured by Iranian military forces, highlighting the dangers faced by these individuals in border regions. The increase…
Injuries of at Least 9 Kolbers Following Border Guard Shooting in Baneh; Increase in Number of Injured Child Kolbers
At least 9 kolbers were injured by border guard gunfire in Baneh, with reports of 10 child kolbers also injured, marking a significant increase in…