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New Zealand Imposes Travel Bans on 40 Iranian Officials

2/25/2026

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New Zealand's Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters announced travel bans on 40 Iranian officials linked to human rights abuses after protests in Iran.
The bans are the fourth round, with sanctions previously imposed in 2022 and 2023.
The Iranian Embassy called the moves politically motivated misinformation and criticized Western double standards, especially over Gaza.
New Zealand advises against travel to Iran due to ongoing violent protests.

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New Zealand's Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters announced travel bans on 40 Iranian officials linked to human rights abuses after protests in Iran.
The bans are the fourth round, with sanctions previously imposed in 2022 and 2023.
The Iranian Embassy called the moves politically motivated misinformation and criticized Western double standards, especially over Gaza.
New Zealand advises against travel to Iran due to ongoing violent protests.