McConnell Urging US, Allies to Impose New Sanctions Against Iran

Republican minority Leader Mitch McConnell is urging the United States and its allies to order new sanctions against Iran following the attack on Israel.

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) talks to reporters following the Senate Republican policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Oct. 4, 2023. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is urging the Biden administration, and U.S. allies and partners to order new sanctions against Iran.

Allegations and speculation that the Iranian Islamic regime is involved in the surprise Oct. 7 attack by Hamas against Israel have been rife since the Islamist militant group, a recognized terrorist organization, launched its assaults on Israel.