UK unveils tougher sanctions on Iran, expanding ship targeting powers and trade restrictions

SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 13:51Updated: SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 14:56Britain on Tuesday published legislation to introduce tougher sanctions on Iran, expanding trade restrictions and powers to target ships as part of what it described as a wider effort to curb Tehran's nuclear program and other hostile activities.The government said the measures would restrict Iran's access to the British financial system, expand trade bans to additional goods, technology and services, and prohibit Iranian aircraft from landing in Britain unless exemptions apply.This is a developing story.Follow us on Google