The United States will issue new sanctions targeting Lebanon’s Hezbollah, including re-designating the group under a terrorism authority, according to a Reuters-seen statement. The move is intended to emphasize Hezbollah’s links to the Iranian government.
WHO:United States
WHAT:Issues fresh sanctions targeting Hezbollah, including re-designating it under a terrorism authority
WHEN:Aug 20, 2026
WHERE:USA
WHY:To emphasize Hezbollah’s links to the Iranian government.
