In a decisive move, the United States has imposed sanctions on 32 entities and individuals spanning multiple nations, including an Indian firm, for allegedly aiding Iran’s ballistic missile and drone capabilities. The U.S. State Department detailed that these sanctioned parties operated procurement networks supporting Iran’s development of ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The targeted jurisdictions include Iran, China, Hong Kong, the UAE, Turkey, and India.
This action directly supports the reinstatement of United Nations sanctions, triggered by Iran’s alleged non-compliance with its nuclear obligations. U.S. Treasury officials stated that Iran has been leveraging international financial systems to advance its military programs, and the current “maximum pressure” campaign aims to halt its nuclear threat. The U.S. government is calling on the global community to uphold the UN’s “snapback” sanctions to isolate Iran financially.
Specifically, India-based Farmlane Private Limited was named for its alleged links to a UAE entity, Marco Klinge. This network is accused of acquiring dual-use materials like sodium chlorate and sodium perchlorate, crucial for missile fuel and explosives. Washington has vowed to continue targeting foreign firms and individuals contributing to Tehran’s weapons development, underscoring the global implications for regional security and international order.