The Biden administration is facing criticism from retired four-star Gen. Jack Keane for their reluctance to sanction Iranian oil sales, which he believes is fueling the regime’s ability to build up their missile arsenal. Keane pointed out that Iran is making significant profits from selling oil to China, allowing them to purchase ballistic missiles and other weapons for their proxies.
In response to recent attacks by Iran against Israel, the White House has announced new sanctions on Iran. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan stated that President Biden is working with allies and partners to coordinate a comprehensive response to Iran’s aggression.
The new sanctions come after the Biden administration extended a waiver allowing Iran access to $10 billion of previously escrowed funds in November 2023, a move that has drawn criticism from Republicans who believe the administration is not being tough enough on Iran.
Gen. Keane emphasized the importance of targeting Chinese companies that are buying Iranian oil, as this is the primary source of revenue for the regime. He called for secondary sanctions to be imposed to cut off this source of funding for Iran’s military buildup.
The announcement of new sanctions on Iran comes as tensions in the region continue to escalate, with Iran’s aggressive actions drawing condemnation from the international community. President Biden’s response to Iran’s provocations will be closely watched as the situation unfolds.
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