The U.S. Treasury issued new sanctions against a slate of Iranian individuals and two companies.
“Forty days after the tragic death of Mahsa Amini, Iranians continue to bravely protest in the face of brutal suppression and disruption of internet access,” Brian Nelson, Treasury undersecretary, in the press release.
“The United States is imposing new sanctions on Iranian officials overseeing organizations involved in violent crackdowns and killings, including of children, as part of our commitment to hold all levels of the Iranian government accountable for its repression.” "We are committed to supporting the people of Iran as they demand their fundamental freedoms. Iranian officials should be listening to the protestors, not firing on them.
Labor strikes across Iran in recent days — including among teachers and factory workers — have added to the momentum of anti-government protesters, per the