FACTBOX-New U.N. sanctions resolution on Iran
(Reuters) - The U.N. Security Council voted on Monday to impose more sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, including travel bans and asset freezes against named individuals and calls for vigilance over banks in Iran.
Following are provisions of the third sanctions resolution on Iran, which passed by a vote of 14-0 with one abstention:
TRAVEL BAN
All states shall seek to prevent the entry into or transit through their territory of specific named individuals "engaged in, directly associated with or providing support for Iran's proliferation sensitive nuclear activities or for the development of nuclear weapon delivery systems."
Some of the travel restrictions have been made mandatory. Previously they were a recommendation made to states.
ASSETS FREEZE
An assets freeze detailed in a previous resolution last year is extended to further specified persons and companies.
EXPORT CREDIT
States are called on to "exercise vigilance" in taking on new commitments for financial support for trade with Iran, including export credits, guarantees or insurance. Continued...







