US lawmakers push sanctions on Iran’s missile and drone programs
A group of United States lawmakers has introduced a bill aimed at forcing the administration to sanction individuals who support Iran’s missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) development and production. The move was reported through briefings from Michael McCaul, chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, according to a press service cited in the update.
The proposed measure would establish visa bans for those involved in the supply, sale, or transfer of Iranian missiles and drones. It would also freeze their assets within the United States. Additional provisions seek sanctions on parties who provide equipment to Iran for missile and drone work, participate in related programs with Tehran, or engage in the export or import of the same weapons into Iran. The plan further covers restrictions on family members of individuals targeted by the sanctions.
Under the draft legislation, consideration begins in the Foreign Affairs Committee and, if approved, proceeds to a vote in the House of Representatives. The process emphasizes a phased approach to ensure thorough review before any final enactment.
Meanwhile, European Union authorities have signaled plans to introduce new sanctions that are expected to affect more than 35 companies across Iran, China, the United Arab Emirates, Armenia, and Uzbekistan. These measures are reportedly tied to alleged support for Russia’s military-industrial complex and reflect a broader, coordinated Western response to regional security concerns. The developments illustrate how allied nations are aligning diplomatic and economic tools to influence Iran’s capabilities and regional activities. (Attribution: government briefings and official statements summarized by regional press pools.)