Sanctions and embargoes are imposed for several reasons:
Political Pressure: To compel a change in government policies or actions, such as promoting human rights or discouraging nuclear proliferation. Punitive Measures: To punish a country, organization, or individual for actions that are deemed unacceptable, such as aggression or terrorism. Economic Leverage: To weaken the economic capabilities of a targeted nation or entity, thereby reducing its ability to engage in undesirable activities. Humanitarian Concerns: To address severe human rights abuses or humanitarian crises by restricting the resources available to perpetrators.