US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s construction sector ahead of fifth round of nuclear talks

The⁣ Trump ⁤administration has‌ added certain construction materials to⁤ its sanctions list, claiming Tehran uses them in its nuclear, missile,⁢ or military programs, ​according⁢ to webangah News Agency.

The US State Department asserted in⁣ a statement that Iran’s construction sector is​ controlled by ‌the Islamic​ Revolutionary Guard corps (IRGC), identifying 10 additional strategic materials ⁤for sanctions. These include austenitic nickel-chromium alloy, magnesium ingots,⁢ sodium perchlorate, copper-tungsten alloy, and specific‌ aluminum plates and tubes.

Any individuals or entities providing these materials to Iran will⁢ face new US sanctions. ​This move ​comes as the‌ fifth round of indirect talks between Iran and the US is expected to begin tomorrow.

Foreign Ministry​ spokesman ismail Baghaei ⁣confirmed Iran’s acceptance of Oman’s proposal ⁣to hold another round of negotiations ‌this ⁣Friday⁢ in Rome. The Omani ⁢government has been mediating discussions between the two nations.