New U.S. sanctions against Iran target interior minister over crackdown on protesters

Jan 30, 2026 - 13:00
New U.S. sanctions against Iran target interior minister over crackdown on protesters
The Trump administration imposed sanctions Friday against Iran's interior minister, accusing Eskandar Momeni of repressing nationwide protests that have challenged Tehran's theocratic government. The penalties are the latest by the United States and the European Union targeting high-ranking officials over the crackdown.