US sanctions 29 Iranian entities

The United States imposed sanctions on 25 Iranian individuals, three Iranian state-backed media outlets, and one Iranian internet research firm.

These sanctions were placed on the eve of the first anniversary of the death of Mahsa “Zhina” Amini at the hands of Iranian security force, in connection with the Iranian regime’s violent suppression of nationwide protests following her death, reads a press statement issued by the US Department of State on Friday.

"We are taking this action in coordination with the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other partners who are also imposing sanctions this week.  This is the United States’ 13th round of sanctions designations in response to the regime’s brutal crackdown on protests," the statement adds.

The US is also taking steps to impose visa restrictions on 13 Iranian officials and other individuals for their involvement in the detention or killing of peaceful protestors or the inhibition of their rights to freedom of expression or assembly, according to the Department of State.

The statement further adds, "One year ago, Mahsa’s tragic and senseless death in the custody of Iran’s so-called "Morality Police" sparked demonstrations across Iran that were met with unspeakable violence, mass arrests, systemic internet disruptions and censorship by the Iranian regime.

"We will continue to take appropriate action, alongside our international partners, to hold accountable those who suppress Iranians’ exercise of human rights."

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