UK publishes legislation for expanded sanctions on Iran

The UK government ‌on Tuesday published legislation to expand sanctions on Iran, including tougher trade restrictions ​and powers to target ships. Stephen Doughty, a foreign office minister, said in a statement cited by Reuters that the ​legislation "doubles down ​on ⁠our action to constrain Iran's nuclear ambitions" and would ​help ensure that Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon. The statement also said the sanctions would restrict Iran's access to the British financial system and ban Iranian aircraft ‌from ⁠landing in the UK unless exemptions apply.