Embargoes often have serious, negative effects on a country's economy. An embargo is an official ban issued by a government that limits commercial activities with a particular country. It is typically an economic penalty stemming from a soured political relationship between nations.
Embargoes can include banning exports (or imports), imposing specific taxes, freezing assets, or seizing bank accounts, among other trade-related measures.
There are a number of countries that are under embargoes. Do you know which nations are on the list? Click through to find out.