U.S. Hits Iran's Ballistic Missile Program With New Sanctions

Following U.S. President Donald Trump's reinstatement of a "maximum pressure" policy on Iran and a series of recent nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran, the United States has issued new sanctions targeting Iran's ballistic missile program.

On Wednesday, the U.S. Treasury Department unveiled fresh sanctions aimed at curbing Iran's efforts to domestically manufacture components for ballistic missiles.

The announcement came during President Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, where he emphasized the need for Iran to cease its nuclear ambitions and activities aimed at destabilizing the region.

He stated that Iran must "stop sponsoring terror" and end its support for regional proxy groups.

He also made an appeal to Iran to reach a nuclear deal amid ongoing indirect negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, mediated by Oman.

He expressed his hope to see Iran thrive and mentioned that he is counting on Qatar to help facilitate the process.