Economic sanctions

Economic sanctions are punitive measures imposed by one or more countries against a targeted state, group, or individual. These measures are typically designed to coerce a change in behavior or policy by the targeted party, often as an alternative to military action. Economic sanctions can take various forms, including trade barriers, tariffs, and restrictions on financial transactions. In Hebrew, economic sanctions are referred to as מדיניות סנקציות כלכליות. Similarly, in Spanish, they are known as sanciones económicas, and in French, they are called sanctions économiques. Key contextual information includes the fact that economic sanctions are often implemented by international organizations such as the United Nations or by coalitions of countries. The effectiveness of economic sanctions is a subject of debate, as they can have significant impacts on the targeted population while sometimes failing to achieve the desired political outcomes. Historical examples include sanctions imposed on South Africa during the apartheid era and those levied against Iran and North Korea in recent decades.