US bars Iranian diplomats from shopping at Costco without permission

The Trump administration has implemented a policy prohibiting Iranian diplomats based in or visiting New York from shopping at wholesale club stores, such as Costco, without specific permission from the State Department. Additionally, Iranian diplomats are also not allowed to purchase luxury goods in the United States without explicit authorization. These restrictive measures are part of the Trump administration’s efforts to further isolate and pressure the Iranian government in response to ongoing tensions between the two countries. By limiting the shopping activities of Iranian diplomats, the administration aims to prevent them from accessing certain goods that could potentially be used for purposes contrary to US interests.