In response to ongoing violent repression and corruption by the Iranian regime, the United States has imposed a new wave of sanctions targeting multiple Iranian officials, including the interior minister, as well as a network of tankers involved in oil transport. These actions, which aim to hold responsible those accountable for the suppression of peaceful protests resulting in significant loss of life, have been echoed by statements from U.S. officials emphasizing the need to support Iranian citizens. Additionally, the U.S. has revoked travel privileges for senior Iranian officials and offered rewards for information regarding the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) oil activities. Amidst these developments, tensions between the U.S. and Iran are escalating, with discussions around potential military actions also on the table.