Washington: (RightNow) The US Department of Defense, Pentagon, has imposed sanctions on 130 research and educational institutions in Iran, Russia, and China. This action is taken due to the risks of unauthorized transfer of sensitive technology.

According to media reports, the Pentagon has released a list of institutions that fall under special sanctions and monitoring under US laws. These institutions face restrictions on defense research and technology exchanges.

The Pentagon states that this measure is necessary to prevent unauthorized or unwanted transfer of US defense technology. These institutions are included in the monitoring of sensitive research.

These sanctions are imposed under specific laws governing US defense cooperation, funding, and technology transfer. The aim is to ensure national security.

It is noteworthy that the US has previously imposed various sanctions on Iran, Russia, and China to prevent the transfer of sensitive technology, espionage, and illegal activities.