Resources & Sanctions Database
Official Sources
United Nations
- UN Security Council Resolution 2231: The JCPOA UN resolution that ended previous sanctions regimes (2015). Available at: UN Resolution 2231
- UN Sanctions Monitoring: Ongoing reporting on compliance with sanctions regimes
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
- IAEA Iran Safeguards Reports: Regular updates on Iran's nuclear program monitoring and compliance status. Updated frequently with latest inspection findings and concerns.
- Access to Facilities: Current status of IAEA monitoring capabilities at Fordow, Natanz, and other facilities
- Director General Statements: Official assessments of Iran's nuclear program trajectory
U.S. Department of State
- Sanctions Information: Current sanctions regimes targeting Iran's missile program, energy sector, and designated individuals/entities
- Bureau of Conflict and Stabilization Strategies: Analysis of regional tensions and U.S. policy positions
- Country Reports on Terrorism: Annual assessments of state-sponsored terrorism activities
Sanctions Regimes (Current)
Primary Sanctions Targets:
- Missile Program: Prohibitions on transactions related to Iran's ballistic missile and space launch programs
- Energy Sector: Sanctions targeting oil production, refining, and petrochemical industries
- Financial System: Restrictions on transactions with Iranian banks, particularly the Central Bank
- Designated Entities: Lists of individuals, companies, and organizations under sanctions
Humanitarian Monitoring
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
Humanitarian Impact: Regular reports on the effects of sanctions on civilian access to medicine, food, and economic stability. The ICRC notes that sanctions have had "devastating effects on Iran's civilian population."
Human Rights Documentation
- Civil Liberties: Ongoing reporting on restrictions and crackdowns
- Economic Impact: Documentation of 40%+ inflation and its effects on Iranian households
- Healthcare Access: Reports on medicine shortages and equipment scarcity
"Sanctions have had devastating effects on Iran's civilian population, particularly affecting access to medicine, food, and economic stability." — International Committee of the Red Cross
Research Organizations
- International Crisis Group: Regular analysis of regional tensions and diplomatic options
- Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Middle East program analysis of nuclear negotiations and regional dynamics
- CENTER for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS): Research on energy security and regional conflict scenarios
- Council on Foreign Relations: Policy analysis and scenario planning for U.S.-Iran relations
Media & Monitoring
- Reuters: International news coverage of regional developments
- AFP: Fact-based reporting on conflict developments
- Agencies monitoring: Various human rights and conflict monitoring organizations providing ongoing assessments
Key Statistics
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Strait of Hormuz Oil Transits | 20-30% of global oil consumption | IEA, CSIS |
| Inflation Rate | 40%+ | Iranian Central Bank (estimated) |
| Uranium Enrichment Level | 60% | IAEA Reports |
| Breakout Time Estimate | 2-3 months | IAEA Director General |
| Hezbollah Rocket Arsenal | 150,000+ rockets/cassette missiles | ICG, State Dept |
For specific research papers, detailed sanctions lists, or academic citations, see the References page for curated links to primary sources.