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    EU sanctions Iran's interior minister and prosecutor general

    Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

    Posted on January 29, 2026

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    Last updated: January 29, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    The EU sanctions Iran's Interior Minister and Prosecutor General for their roles in repressing protests and arbitrary arrests.

    Table of Contents

    • Overview of EU Sanctions Against Iranian Officials
    • Details of the Sanctions
    • Reasons Behind the Sanctions

    EU Imposes Sanctions on Iran's Interior Minister and Prosecutor General

    Overview of EU Sanctions Against Iranian Officials

    BRUSSELS, Jan 29 (Reuters) - The European Union has sanctioned Iran's Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and Prosecutor General Mohammad Movahedi Azad, as well as Iman Afshari, a presiding judge, the Council of the European Union said on Thursday.

    Details of the Sanctions

    "They were all involved in the violent repression of peaceful protests and the arbitrary arrest of political activists and human rights defenders," the Council said in a statement.

    Reasons Behind the Sanctions

    (Reporting by Lili Bayer, writing by Louise Rasmussen, editing by Sudip Kar Gupta, Charlotte Van Campenhout)

    Key Takeaways

    • •The EU has imposed sanctions on Iran's Interior Minister and Prosecutor General.
    • •Sanctions are due to their involvement in repressing protests.
    • •A presiding judge, Iman Afshari, is also sanctioned.
    • •The sanctions target human rights violations.
    • •The EU aims to address arbitrary arrests in Iran.

    Frequently Asked Questions about EU sanctions Iran's interior minister and prosecutor general

    1What are EU sanctions?

    EU sanctions are restrictive measures imposed by the European Union against individuals, entities, or countries to influence behavior, often in response to violations of international law or human rights.

    2What is a prosecutor general?

    A prosecutor general is the chief legal officer in a jurisdiction, responsible for overseeing the prosecution of criminal cases and ensuring the enforcement of laws.

    3What are human rights defenders?

    Human rights defenders are individuals or groups who promote and protect human rights, often facing risks and challenges in their efforts to advocate for justice and equality.

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