EU Sanctions against Iran - JCPOA Commitments

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What was the reason for Iran blacklisting several EU individuals and media outlets?

For advocating human rights

For promoting peace and stability in the region

For supporting terrorist groups (correct)

For facilitating diplomatic relations

Which entities were targeted by the Iranian sanctions?

Media outlets promoting peace and stability

High-level EU officials only

International humanitarian organizations

Informal groups in the European Parliament and organizations based in France and Germany (correct)

What were the consequences of the Iranian sanctions against the EU individuals and media outlets?

Visa ban and seizure of property and assets in Iran (correct)

Freezing of diplomatic relations

Financial compensation to the targeted entities

Increased trade agreements between Iran and the EU

Why were the Karl Kolb and Rhein Bayern Fahrzeugbau companies blacklisted by Iran?

For delivering chemical gases and weapons to Saddam Hussein Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the Council's decision to maintain the restrictive measures on Iran?

Iran's failure to comply with its commitments under the JCPOA Signup and view all the answers

Which legal acts were adopted by the Council to maintain the designations imposed by the UN?

Legal acts related to nuclear and ballistic missiles activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the Council's decision on the previously lifted EU sanctions under the JCPOA?

All previously lifted EU sanctions remain lifted Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT considered as a reason for maintaining the sector and individual measures under the EU's sanctions regime?

EU member states' economic interests Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sanctions according to the text?

To punish and deter violations of international law Signup and view all the answers

Which concept of sanctions allows gradual increase and intensification of pressure?

Smart sanctions Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of EU sanctions?

Member State authorities Signup and view all the answers

How are restrictive measures laid down in Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) Council decisions adopted?

By unanimity by the Council Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of violating sanctions rules according to the text?

Severe consequences under criminal or civil law Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a country that the EU has sanctions in place against, according to the text?

Brazil Signup and view all the answers

What possible penalties may be imposed for violations of criminal law?

Fines and imprisonment up to 5 years Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can organizational penalties be imposed?

For failing to comply with supervisory duties Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Bureau for Industry and Security Entity List?

Imposing export control licensing requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Office of Foreign Assets Control Specially Designated Nationals (SDNs) and Blocked Persons List?

It imposes full transaction ban for US entities Signup and view all the answers

What is one similarity between UK and US sanctions regulations and the EU regulations?

They have similarities with Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 Signup and view all the answers

What did the G7 agree upon regarding sanctions against Russia?

To coordinate action to further increase economic pressure on Russia Signup and view all the answers

What penalties can be imposed for violations falling under criminal law?

Fines and imprisonment up to 5 years Signup and view all the answers

Under which law can organisational penalties be imposed?

Section 130 OWiG Signup and view all the answers

What did G7 agree on regarding sanctions against Russia?

Necessity of coordinated action to increase economic pressure on Russia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Bureau for Industry and Security Entity List?