Sanctions Imposed on Iran

LONDON (Reuters) – Britain has imposed sanctions against Iranian individuals and organizations following Iran's attack on Israel on October 1, as stated by the UK's Foreign Office on Monday.

The sanctions specifically target senior figures within Iran's army and air force, as well as organizations involved in the development of Iran's ballistic and cruise missiles.

"Despite repeated warnings, the dangerous actions of Iran and its proxies are driving further escalation in the Middle East," British Foreign Minister David Lammy said in a statement.

"Following its ballistic missile attack on Israel, we are holding Iran accountable and exposing those who facilitated these acts."

Lammy also addressed Iran's actions with European partners during the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg earlier on Monday, according to the Foreign Office.

Those sanctioned include Abdolrahim Mousavi, the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army, the Farzanegan Propulsion Systems Design Bureau, and the Iranian Space Agency.

The Group of Seven (G7) nations, which includes Britain and the U.S., have condemned Iran's attack and urged for de-escalation in the Middle East, while reiterating their support for Israel's security.