Ottawa, Aug. 15 -- Canada has imposed sanctions on five Iranian individuals, including senior officials linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, over activities Ottawa says have threatened navigation rights and stability around the Strait of Hormuz.

The sanctions come amid continued international concern over Iran's actions in and around the strategically important waterway, a key route for global trade and energy supplies.

Canada said the latest measures are aligned with efforts by its allies and partners to counter Iran's destabilising activities and malign influence in the Middle East and elsewhere.

Ottawa also said it would continue working with international partners on diplomatic efforts to uphold freedom of navigation un...