The European Union on Wednesday moved to intensify pressure on Tehran amid the conflict in West Asia by approving new sanctions targeting 19 Iranian regime officials and entities accused of serious human rights violations.
EU foreign ministers designated Iran's IRGC as a terrorist organisation, citing violent crackdowns and security concerns. Israel welcomed the move, while Iran called it a strategic mistake. The decision eases legal action against IRGC members and comes alongside new EU sanctions over huma
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen stated the EU will swiftly propose more sanctions over Iran's protest crackdown. As unrest continues, Reza Pahlavi urged US action while Trump threatened tough measures. Iran has extended internet restrictions, and UN rights chief Volker Turk condemned violen
The death of the 22-year-old Iranian woman made international headlines in October and triggered fierce protests across Iran, killing scores of people.