Baghdad: The United States has imposed sanctions on 27 Iranian airlines, intensifying its efforts to pressure Iran. This move is a part of the broader campaign against the Iranian government.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the US Treasury Department announced on Tuesday that it is targeting both state-owned and private Iranian airlines. The sanctions list now includes Kish Airlines, Iran Air Tours, and ATA Airlines, among others. This expansion is set to impact a significant portion of Iran’s aviation industry.

The sanctions mean that foreign companies and banks engaging with these Iranian airlines might face repercussions. Additionally, the sanctions could affect international travelers. Many foreign ticketing platforms and electronic payment services might stop working with Iranian airlines due to the potential risks of facing US sanctions, complicating the process of purchasing airline tickets for Iranian carriers.