Close X
Thursday, November 28, 2024
ADVT 
International

Donald Trump Administration Imposes Fresh Iran-Related Sanctions

Darpan News Desk IANS, 03 Feb, 2017 12:28 PM
    "Today's action is part of Treasury's ongoing efforts to counter Iranian malign activity abroad that is outside the scope of the JCPOA," Treasury said
     
    The Donald Trump administration on Friday imposed new sanctions on 13 Iranian individuals and multiple entities to ratchet up pressure on Tehran over its missile programme, according to a US Treasury Department statement.
     
    The Treasury Department posted a listing, naming the individuals and the companies added to the sanctions list. Eight of the individuals were listed as Iranian citizens, three appear to be Chinese, and two Arab.
     
    Most of the businesses listed in the announcement were based in Iran, though one of the entities is located in the United Arab Emirates, two are in China, and three are in Lebanon.
     
    The Treasury Department announcement came a day after President Donald Trump said "nothing is off the table" in terms of a response to Iran's latest ballistic missile test.
     
    Trump also said on Thursday that the White House has formally put Tehran on notice over its missile test.
     
    "Iran has been formally PUT ON NOTICE for firing a ballistic missile. Should have been thankful for the terrible deal the US made with them!" Trump tweeted, echoing his national security adviser's comments a day earlier.

    MORE International ARTICLES

    Indian Businessman To Spend 1 Million Dollars To Help Prisoners In Dubai

    Indian Businessman To Spend 1 Million Dollars To Help Prisoners In Dubai
    An Indian businessman in the UAE has pledged $1 million (Dh3.6 million) to pay off the debts of expatriates who are jailed here, a newspaper reported.

    Indian Businessman To Spend 1 Million Dollars To Help Prisoners In Dubai

    With Senate Okay, Nikki Haley Makes History

    With Senate Okay, Nikki Haley Makes History
    Although she converted to Christianity when she got married, she has continued to attend Sikh religious ceremonies. Her father, Ajit Singh Randhwa, wearing a red turban, sat proudly behind her during the hearings.

    With Senate Okay, Nikki Haley Makes History

    Donald Trump Picks Indian-American Ajit Pai To Head Communications Commission

    Donald Trump Picks Indian-American Ajit Pai To Head Communications Commission
    US President Donald Trump has picked Ajit Vardaraj Pai, an outspoken opponent of new net neutrality, to head the crucial Federal Communications Commission, making him the fourth Indian-American in the administration at the senior level.

    Donald Trump Picks Indian-American Ajit Pai To Head Communications Commission

    Sikhs Seek To Convert Former Church Into Gurdwara In Australia

    Sikhs Seek To Convert Former Church Into Gurdwara In Australia
    With an aim to establish their first place of worship in Geelong city of Australia's Victoria state, Sikh leaders here are seeking to convert a former church building into a gurdwara to host daily prayers and weekly gatherings, the media reported.

    Sikhs Seek To Convert Former Church Into Gurdwara In Australia

    5 Sikhs Inducted Into US Army With Religious Accommodation

    5 Sikhs Inducted Into US Army With Religious Accommodation
    Its the largest induction of Sikhs in US army after Defense Department banned visible articles of faith

    5 Sikhs Inducted Into US Army With Religious Accommodation

    Donald Trump Speaks To PM Modi For The First Time As US President, Has A 'Great Conversation'

    Donald Trump Speaks To PM Modi For The First Time As US President, Has A 'Great Conversation'
    White House Spokesperson Sean Spicer said details of their conversation that took place around 11 p.m. (IST) would be provided soon.

    Donald Trump Speaks To PM Modi For The First Time As US President, Has A 'Great Conversation'