US imposessanctions on 18 Iranian officials over protest crackdown
US imposes visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials and telecom leaders, plus families, for human rights violations during December-January protests. 58 total affected individuals include security forces involved in shootings during 40-day memorial ceremonies. Washington condemns internet shutdown restricting documentation of abuses. Protests continue despite warnings, with clashes in Mashhad and Abdanan. State Department vows accountability for regime abuses.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/02/18/us-presses-iran-with-new-sanctions-after-40-day-memorial-shootings/