U.S. Imposes Sanctions on 27 Iranian Airlines, Including Third-Country Firms

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned 27 Iranian airlines, including third-country firms operating within Iran, under a broader strategy to isolate Iran economically. The sanctions target entities involved in the aviation sector, which is a critical part of Iran’s economy. The move is part of the Trump administration’s efforts to increase pressure on Iran through economic measures. The U.S. cited Iran’s continued nuclear activities and regional aggression as justification for the sanctions. The Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) listed the airlines and associated entities, restricting their access to U.S. financial systems. The sanctions include asset freezes and prohibitions on transactions with U.S. persons. Sources report the sanctions as part of a coordinated effort to undermine Iran’s economic stability. The U.S. has previously targeted Iran’s energy sector and financial institutions, and this move expands the scope of economic pressure. Tehran has not yet commented on the sanctions, but Washington has emphasized the need for Iran to comply with international obligations.