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U.S. imposes new sanctions on Iran as Trump weighs military options

Walter Moore

 , Updated 08:16, 17-Jan-2026
02:36

The United States has announced new sanctions on Iran, accusing senior officials of fueling violence against anti-government protesters. 

The move comes as President Trump keeps military options on the table, while Tehran denies reports of executions and calls for diplomacy amid growing regional tensions. 
 

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