The President has extended a long-standing national emergency regarding Iran for another year. This emergency was first declared in 1995 and gives the U.S. government special legal powers to respond to threats from the Iranian government.
The policy allows the U.S. to keep strict economic sanctions in place. These sanctions are designed to limit Iran's ability to trade or move money internationally, which pressures their government to change its behavior.
The U.S. government says this extension is necessary because Iran continues to develop dangerous missiles, support terrorist groups, and engage in aggressive actions that threaten American security and the global economy.
This specific emergency is separate from the one started during the 1979 hostage crisis. It focuses on more recent concerns like weapons development and regional conflicts in the Middle East.
The extension takes effect on March 15, 2026, and will remain active for one year. Without this yearly renewal, many of the current legal restrictions on doing business with Iran would expire.
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White House Statement
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Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Iran
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