European Union foreign ministers have approved a new package of sanctions against Iran, targeting individuals and entities involved in the violent suppression of protests. According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, which cited Reuters, the measures aim to hold Tehran accountable for domestic crackdowns.
The new restrictive measures are directed at security structures responsible for serious human rights violations during recent demonstrations in Iran. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaya Kallas stated ahead of the Foreign Affairs Council meeting that Iranian security forces bear direct responsibility for the deaths of protesters. "Iranian security forces are directly responsible for the deaths of thousands of protesters. Today, we will impose new sanctions against those responsible for these events," Kallas emphasized. Furthermore, EU ministers are expected to reach a political agreement on designating the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
The relationship between the European Union and Iran has remained strained due to Tehran's nuclear program and the internal crackdown on dissent. In Azerbaijan, regional stability is a key priority, and Baku closely monitors developments involving its neighbor. The potential designation of the IRGC as a terrorist entity by the EU follows similar stances taken by Washington. Under the administration of US President Donald Trump, the United States has consistently advocated for a firm approach toward Tehran to ensure regional security and the protection of human rights.
