Washington, United States – The United States has ramped up pressure on Iran with a new package of sanctions targeting the aviation sector. This move aims to tighten the screws on companies and entities that support Iranian air transport activities and provide the necessary services and equipment. The new measures target 27 companies and entities, reflecting a U.S. effort to weaken commercial networks linked to Iran’s aviation sector and impose further restrictions on its dealings with international markets and companies.
The sanctions target entities viewed by Washington as part of a network that helps Iran acquire the services, materials, spare parts, and technologies needed to keep its aviation fleet operational. This move comes as Iran’s aviation sector faces mounting challenges—specifically, difficulties in accessing spare parts, technology, and technical services—stemming from years of ongoing U.S. sanctions.
Washington believes that tightening restrictions on this sector could increase economic pressure on Tehran and limit the ability of Iranian companies to make purchases and contract with external parties. Meanwhile, Iran views US sanctions as part of a policy aimed at stifling its economy and obstructing its vital sectors. Furthermore, the targeting of 27 companies in a single batch reflects a US trend toward expanding the scope of sanctions to include networks operating behind key sectors, rather than limiting them to major Iranian institutions. This move aims to curtail Tehran’s ability to circumvent the imposed restrictions.
