Canada sanctions five Iranian officials over Strait of Hormuz threats
Canada's Foreign Ministry announced on Friday, August 14, 2026 (23 Mordad 1405), that under its Special Economic Measures Act it imposed new sanctions on five Iranian individuals, including officials linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The stated reason was threats to Strait of Hormuz security and violations of international navigation rights. Foreign Minister Anita Anand described the move as aligned with allied efforts to stabilize the strait.
Recorded figures
- Status
- Sanctions imposed as announced
- Number of individuals sanctioned
- 5
As of Aug 14, 2026
Sources
Khabar Online, citing دولت کانادا and IRNA · Khabaronline
Cited Aug 16, 2026
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