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The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on Iran's national airline, Iran Air, and the state-owned shipping carrier, the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL). These measures are a response to Iran's transfer of ballistic missiles and military supplies to Russia for its war against Ukraine.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy commented on the decision: "Iran’s attempts to undermine global security are dangerous and unacceptable. Alongside our international partners, we were clear that any transfer of ballistic missiles from Iran to Russia would face a significant response."
Lammy further emphasized the UK's stance by saying: "That’s why today we are sanctioning Iran Air and the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines in response to Iran’s deliveries of ballistic missiles to Russia." He reiterated the call for Iran to cease its support for what he termed as "Russia’s illegal war in Ukraine," adding that the UK will stand with Ukraine "for as long as it takes."
