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EU, UK extend sanctions on Iran over support for Russia

This handout picture released by Iran's Army office on 19 April 2023 shows military unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV or drone) on display during a ceremony at an undisclosed location in Iran. © AFP PHOTO / HO / IRANIAN ARMY OFFICE

The European Union Monday widened sanctions against Iran over its support for Russia's war on Ukraine, including targeting vessels and ports used to transfer drones and missiles. The United Kingdom also expanded its punitive measures.

In a move decried by Tehran, the 27-nation bloc said it prohibited the export, transfer, supply or sale from the EU to Iran of components used to make missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

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