The US has recently issued a warning to Pakistan about the potential for sanctions due to its business dealings with Iran. The warning, delivered by US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel, emphasized ongoing actions against proliferation networks, particularly those involved in weapons of mass destruction (WMD) procurement.

Patel stated that sanctions were imposed on entities involved in supplying equipment to Pakistan's Ballistic Missile Program, specifically mentioning entities from China and Belarus. These sanctions were a result of these entities' involvement in WMD proliferation and delivery systems.

The US cautioned against engaging in business deals with Iran, citing the risk of sanctions. Patel highlighted this risk in light of Iran's recent agreements with Pakistan during President Raisi's visit, which included collaborations in various sectors like veterinary health, judicial support, and security.

The US sanctions targeted entities like the Belarus-based Minsk Wheel Tractor Plant for supplying vehicle chassis to Pakistan's missile program. Additionally, three Chinese entities—Xi'an Longde Technology Development Company Limited, Tianjin Creative Source International Trade Co Ltd, and Granpect Company Limited—were sanctioned for their involvement in missile-applicable items.

The spokesperson noted that Pakistan's foreign policy decisions were its own, but the US would continue to monitor and act against WMD proliferation networks worldwide. The concern extended beyond Pakistan to anyone considering business with Iran, given the potential for sanctions.

President Raisi's visit aimed to strengthen political, economic, and cultural ties between Iran and Pakistan, despite the looming risk of sanctions due to Iran's international standing in WMD-related matters.

Ultimately, the US reiterated its commitment to disrupt proliferation networks and advised caution to entities dealing with Iran, highlighting the potential consequences of such engagements in the current geopolitical climate.

The US has recently issued a warning to Pakistan about the potential for sanctions due to its business dealings with Iran. The warning, delivered by US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel, emphasized ongoing actions against proliferation networks, particularly those involved in weapons of mass destruction (WMD) procurement.

Patel stated that sanctions were imposed on entities involved in supplying equipment to Pakistan's Ballistic Missile Program, specifically mentioning entities from China and Belarus. These sanctions were a result of these entities' involvement in WMD proliferation and delivery systems.

The US cautioned against engaging in business deals with Iran, citing the risk of sanctions. Patel highlighted this risk in light of Iran's recent agreements with Pakistan during President Raisi's visit, which included collaborations in various sectors like veterinary health, judicial support, and security.

The US sanctions targeted entities like the Belarus-based Minsk Wheel Tractor Plant for supplying vehicle chassis to Pakistan's missile program. Additionally, three Chinese entities—Xi'an Longde Technology Development Company Limited, Tianjin Creative Source International Trade Co Ltd, and Granpect Company Limited—were sanctioned for their involvement in missile-applicable items.

The spokesperson noted that Pakistan's foreign policy decisions were its own, but the US would continue to monitor and act against WMD proliferation networks worldwide. The concern extended beyond Pakistan to anyone considering business with Iran, given the potential for sanctions.

President Raisi's visit aimed to strengthen political, economic, and cultural ties between Iran and Pakistan, despite the looming risk of sanctions due to Iran's international standing in WMD-related matters.

Ultimately, the US reiterated its commitment to disrupt proliferation networks and advised caution to entities dealing with Iran, highlighting the potential consequences of such engagements in the current geopolitical climate.