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US sanctions Iranian officials amid Tehran's ongoing crackdown on protests

US sanctions Iranian officials amid Tehran's ongoing crackdown on protests

American and Iranian flags on display. (Credit: AFP file)

WASHINGTON — The United States has targeted three Iranian security officials under human rights-related sanctions, the US Treasury Department said on Wednesday, citing Tehran's ongoing crackdown on protesters and "increased aggressive actions against the Iranian people."

WASHINGTON — The United States has targeted three Iranian security officials under human rights-related sanctions, the US Treasury Department said on Wednesday, citing Tehran's ongoing crackdown on protesters and "increased aggressive actions against the Iranian people."