AhlulBayt News Agency: The United States has imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting over 30 individuals and 16 companies, despite ongoing indirect nuclear negotiations, signaling a dual-track approach by Washington.
The new sanctions could undermine diplomatic efforts to revive the Iran nuclear deal, as the U.S. targets financial networks linked to Tehran, potentially escalating tensions at a critical moment in negotiations.
Sanctions come at a sensitive time, with Iran and the U.S. locked in indirect talks over Iran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief. However, the Trump administration’s aggressive sanction policy, despite no formal collapse in talks, reflects deep distrust and domestic political pressure to remain tough on Tehran.
“The United States will continue to deny Iran access to financial networks and the global banking system,” the State Department said in a statement. Meanwhile, President Trump reaffirmed a hard line, stating that the U.S. will not allow Iran to enrich uranium, a red line Tehran insists is non-negotiable.
The Wall Street Journal reported that White House press secretary Jen Psaki had previously ordered a freeze on sanctions activity against Iran, an order that has now been reversed.
This policy shift raises questions about Washington’s internal coherence on Iran strategy, as the administration appears divided on its approach.
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