The United States imposes sanctions on companies and individuals in China and Hong Kong, accusing them of supporting Iran’s military procurement efforts, including purchases of materials used for Shahed-series drones and ballistic missile programs. The Treasury and State departments announce the measures on Friday, targeting entities described as enabling Iran’s military to secure weapons or raw materials with applications in the Shahed drone program and related missile activities. Multiple reports say the action includes firms based in mainland China and Hong Kong, as well as support roles such as intermediaries and suppliers of components used in weapons research and flight testing. Reuters and other outlets identify several named targets, including Yushita Shanghai International Trade Company and Hitex Insulation Ningbo Company, whose legal representative, Li Genping, is also sanctioned. A Hong Kong-based intermediary company, HK Hesin Industry Company, is also listed in coverage. Additional reporting extends the scope of the broader sanctions network beyond China and Hong Kong to entities in other countries, including the United Arab Emirates and Belarus. Several outlets note the timing ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned visit to China and the expectation that Iran may feature in discussions with President Xi Jinping.