EU may impose sanctions on Iran over protests

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said that she is ready to propose new sanctions against Iran.

According to her, EU "has already imposed far-reaching sanctions against Iran, in particular against those responsible for human rights violations", the expansion of the nuclear program, the Die Welt newspaper reported.

"And I am ready to propose additional sanctions in response to the brutal suppression of demonstrators," Kaja Kallas said.

The diplomat added that Iran is experiencing the largest demonstrations in recent years.

According to the reports, the first measures will likely be taken against those responsible for actions against protesters, possibly including ministers. These restrictions could include travel bans to EU countries and asset freezes.