20:28⇢Sanctions Target Iran's Networks
⌨Iranian media prominently features the new US sanctions targeting 18 individuals and entities linked to Iran, specifically citing involvement in "shadow banking," sanctions circumvention, and political repression (Iran International, Kayhan London, Radio Farda, VOA Persian). This marks a key development in US-Iran tensions. Simultaneously, there is continued reporting on the Supreme Leader's high-level appointments, with the IRGC Commander sending messages to Ali Larijani and other new representatives (Tasnim News, Hamshahri Online). A diplomatic spat concerning Iran's comments on Hezbollah's disarmament also emerged (BBC Persian).