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Australia Sanctions Iranian Officials Over Human Rights Violations

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Australia Imposes Sanctions on Seven Iranian Officials and Four Entities

Foreign Minister Penny Wong announced that Australia has imposed financial sanctions and travel bans on seven senior Iranian individuals and four entities.

The sanctions are a response to the Iranian government's suppression of its citizens and actions that contribute to regional instability. The targeted individuals include senior officials directing oppressive measures against women and girls.