International sanctions impact domestic policies by exerting pressure on a country’s government to alter specific behaviors or policies. These restrictions can limit access to trade, investment, and financial systems, leading to economic hardship. In response, governments may implement reforms to comply with external demands, but they can also resort to nationalist rhetoric, consolidating power internally. The effectiveness of sanctions is often debated, as they can affect the general populace more than the elites in power, potentially leading to unrest or fostering resentment against foreign powers.