U.S. Said to Plan New Sanctions on Iran

The transcript discusses Iran's recent ballistic missile test on January 29th and the US government's response, which includes potential sanctions against entities linked to the missile test and terrorist activities. The White House, led by President Trump and NSA Director Mike Flynn, has put Iran 'on notice' for defying a UN Security Council resolution. The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee shows bipartisan support for enforcing existing sanctions and imposing new ones. Iran, however, insists on continuing its defensive actions to protect its sovereignty.

What recent action by Iran has led to accusations from the White House?

• A cyber attack

• A nuclear test

• A ballistic missile test

• A trade embargo

What is the potential consequence for entities linked to Iran's missile test?

• Travel bans

• Economic sanctions

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Military intervention

Which departments have declined to comment on the situation with Iran?

• The Department of Homeland Security and the NSA

• The Department of Defense and the CIA

• The State Department and the Treasury Department

• The Department of Justice and the FBI

What type of support is there for the sanctions against Iran?

• International support

• Unilateral support

• Military support

• Bipartisan support

How has Iran responded to the potential sanctions?

• By launching a diplomatic protest

• By agreeing to halt its missile program

• By seeking international mediation

• By continuing its defensive actions