Government issues 12 new sanctions targeting Iranians accused of plotting state sponsored attacks in Britain
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The UK government issued 12 new sanctions targeting Iranians accused of plotting attacks in Britain, citing concerns about state-sponsored threats. The sanctions target individuals and organizations linked to Iran, particularly those threatening maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. The US continues to blockade Iranian ports, escalating tensions following the rejection of Iran's peace proposal by President Trump.