EU Weighs Sanctions on Iran for Alleged Missile Transfers to Russia

The European Union is considering sanctions on Iran's aviation sector after reports suggested that Tehran supplied ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the Ukraine conflict. The EU's chief diplomat emphasized that the bloc will respond in coordination with international partners, despite Iran's denials.

The European Union is considering imposing sanctions on Iran's aviation sector in response to allegations that Tehran has supplied ballistic missiles to Russia, according to the bloc's chief diplomat, Josep Borrell.

Reports indicate that Russia has received ballistic missiles from Iran, which are expected to be used in Moscow's ongoing war against Ukraine within weeks, according to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Iran has denied these claims.

The EU has repeatedly warned Iran against transferring ballistic missiles to Russia, Borrell noted, adding that the bloc would respond swiftly and in collaboration with international partners if the allegations are proven true.

(With inputs from agencies.)