The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on Iran, targeting six entities and one individual over alleged activities linked to Tehran’s financial and military networks.

The US State Department said the new measures include sanctions against two major digital asset exchanges. According to the department, these platforms were allegedly used by the Iranian government to maintain international financial connections.

Washington said the sanctions were introduced in response to Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway is a major route for global energy shipments, making any disruption there a serious concern for international trade and oil markets.

The latest action adds to growing economic pressure on Tehran as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to escalate. The sanctions are aimed at restricting Iran’s access to international financial channels and limiting its ability to move funds through global networks.

The US State Department said Washington would continue efforts to deny Iran the resources it needs to support what the United States describes as terrorism, threaten neighboring countries and advance its nuclear ambitions.

The announcement comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains under close international attention because of its importance to global shipping and energy supplies. Any prolonged disruption could affect oil prices, shipping costs and markets far beyond the Middle East.

Iran has repeatedly rejected US accusations and criticized Washington’s sanctions policy. The latest measures could further increase tensions between the two countries and raise concerns about the wider regional security situation.