US Takes Aim at Iran's Missile and Drone Programs as UN Measures Expire

The United States has taken measures to restrict Iran's missile program and curb its drone transfers to Russia following the expiration of UN Security Council sanctions. The US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on individuals, entities, and a vessel involved in Iran's ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) programs. The State Department issued an advisory to prevent dual-use technologies from reaching Iranian actors. Additionally, over 45 countries committed to countering Iranian missile-related activities through the Proliferation Security Initiative. Despite the expiration of UN sanctions, the US believes Iran and Russia will remain isolated in this situation. The Biden administration has faced criticism for a recent prisoner swap with Iran, but officials have stated that the released funds can only be used for humanitarian goods.