The phrase "adding sanctions" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing the imposition of penalties or restrictions, often in political or economic discussions.
Example: "The government is considering adding sanctions against the country to address its human rights violations."
Alternatives: "imposing sanctions" or "implementing sanctions".
But with the two Senators who will manage the bill - Levin and McCain - now opposed to adding sanctions, U.S. negotiators are likely to have more space to conduct talks and secure a framework for a deal without Congressional interference.
Trita Parsi, president of the National Iranian American Council, an advocacy group that supports a diplomatic solution, said the administration needs progress "not just to keep the process alive, but to make sure that Congress doesn't kill it by adding sanctions" at a delicate moment.
The official added: "Sanctions build over time.
The diplomat added, "Sanctions are a joke — they're just a pressure release.
The report adds: Sanctions clearly place significant numbers of individuals and families in a position where they cannot afford food.
This is despite the fact that the Bush administration, which accuses Syria of supporting terrorism, has recently added sanctions on the government and its business associates.
Bloomberg columnists Eli Lake and Josh Rogin reported that Senator Mark Kirk, a Republican from Illinois, will pause a bill seeking to add sanctions on Iran until the 30 June finalization deadline.
In doing so, though, he took a shot at the United States: "There are many instances where I took the heat where there was an apparent American — at least a lack of good faith in implementing the agreement, when they added sanctions or similar measures".
In doing so, though, he took a shot at the United States: "There are many instances where I took the heat where there was an apparent American at least a lack of good faith in implementing the agreement, when they added sanctions or similar measures".
They say added sanctions could drive Iran from the talks or splinter the coalition of nations that have been supporting sanctions for the past eight years.
Some analysts say the dynamics of American politics make it easy for Congress to add sanctions and tough to remove them.
