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Travel Advisory: Iran

Travel Advisory  January 26, 2023  Iran – Level 4: Do Not Travel  Last Update: Reissued with updates to health information  Do not travel to Iran due to the risk of kidnapping and the arbitrary arrest and detention of U.S. citizens. Exercise increased caution due to wrongful detentions.   Country Summary: U.S. citizens visiting or residing in Iran have been kidnapped, ... Read More»

2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Iran

Executive Summary The constitution defines the country as an Islamic republic and specifies Twelver Ja’afari Shia Islam as the official state religion. It states all laws and regulations must be based on “Islamic criteria” and an official interpretation of sharia. The constitution states citizens shall enjoy human, political, economic, and other rights, “in conformity with ... Read More»

United States Imposes Sanctions on Transnational Procurement Network Supporting Iran’s One-Way Attack UAV Program

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE  Office of the Spokesperson  For Immediate Release  STATEMENT BY MATTHEW MILLER, SPOKESPERSON  September 27, 2023 United States Imposes Sanctions on Transnational Procurement Network Supporting Iran’s One-Way Attack UAV Program  Today, the United States is designating a network linked to the U.S.-designated Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).  This network–comprised of five entities ... Read More»

Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Press

U.S DEPARTMENT OF STATE  Office of the Spokesperson  For Immediate Release   REMARKS  September 18, 2023  Secretary Antony J. Blinken Remarks to the Press  September 18, 2023 Palace Hotel New York City, New York  SECRETARY BLINKEN:  Good morning, everyone.  Just a few minutes ago, I had the great pleasure of speaking to seven Americans who are ... Read More»

United States Imposes Sanctions on a Multinational Network Supporting Iran’s UAV Procurement Activities

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE  Office of the Spokesperson  For Immediate Release   STATEMENT BY MATTHEW MILLER, SPOKESPERSON  September 19, 2023  United States Imposes Sanctions on a Multinational Network Supporting Iran’s UAV Procurement Activities  Today, the United States is designating a network of 11 individuals and entities across four countries supporting Iran’s unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and ... Read More»