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Home > Headlines > EU to 'swiftly' propose further sanctions on Iran, von der Leyen says

EU to 'swiftly' propose further sanctions on Iran, von der Leyen says

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Posted on January 13, 2026

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EU Plans Swift Action on New Sanctions Against Iran's Repression

EU's Response to Iran's Repression

BRUSSELS, Jan 13 (Reuters) - The EU will "swiftly" propose further sanctions on those responsible for the repression of demonstrations in Iran, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday.

Condemnation of Violence

"The rising number of casualties in Iran is horrifying. I unequivocally condemn the excessive use of force and continued restriction of freedom, " von der Leyen said on social media platform X.

Details on Proposed Sanctions

"Further sanctions on those responsible for the repression will be swiftly proposed."

(Reporting by Lili Bayer, writing by Louise Rasmussen, editing by Bart Meijer)

Frequently Asked Questions about EU to 'swiftly' propose further sanctions on Iran, von der Leyen says

1What are sanctions?

Sanctions are penalties or restrictions imposed by one country on another to influence its behavior, often used in response to violations of international laws or human rights.

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EU to 'swiftly' propose further sanctions on Iran, von der Leyen says

Published by Global Banking and Finance Review

Posted on January 13, 2026

Tags:President financial community international financial institution

EU Plans Swift Action on New Sanctions Against Iran's Repression

EU's Response to Iran's Repression

Condemnation of Violence

"The rising number of casualties in Iran is horrifying. I unequivocally condemn the excessive use of force and continued restriction of freedom, " von der Leyen said on social media platform X.

Details on Proposed Sanctions

"Further sanctions on those responsible for the repression will be swiftly proposed."

(Reporting by Lili Bayer, writing by Louise Rasmussen, editing by Bart Meijer)

Frequently Asked Questions about EU to 'swiftly' propose further sanctions on Iran, von der Leyen says

1What are sanctions?

Sanctions are penalties or restrictions imposed by one country on another to influence its behavior, often used in response to violations of international laws or human rights.