New sanctions imposed on Iran in wake of Israel attack

UK singles out 13 entities involved in ballistic missile sector

- SOPHIE WINGATE

The UK and the US have imposed a raft of new sanctions on leading Iranian military figures and entities linked to Tehran's unprecedented drone and missile attack on Israel.

UK prime minister Rishi Sunak said the action demonstrated London and Washington’s unequivocal condemnation of Iran’s weekend assault on Israel, which raised fears of further escalation in the Middle East.

The UK yesterday added seven individuals and six entities involved in Tehran’s drone and ballistic missile sector to its sanctions list. The 13 new entries, which include the leadership of Iran’s armed forces and the country’s defence minister, are now subject to a travel ban and an asset freeze.

Mr Sunak said: “The Iranian regime’s attack against Israel was a reckless act and a dangerous escalation. Today we have sanctioned the ringleaders of the Iranian military and forces responsible for the weekend’s attack.

“These sanctions – announced with the US – show we unequivocally condemn this behaviour, and they will further limit Iran’s ability to destabilise the region.”