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The crypto market capitalization rose to $3 trillion following a Bitcoin rally. Open interest in futures has almost reached $160 billion.
Baghdad will suspend flights by sanctioned Iranian airlines from Tuesday. The US is threatening countries that violate the restrictions with being cut off from the dollar system.
The United States is negotiating the purchase of Belarusian potash fertilizers at a price lower than Canada's. The volume and timing of the deal have not been determined.
The United States is preparing sanctions against the entire International Criminal Court. The decision could be made as early as this week.
H. R. 5334 codifies some sanctions against Russia in federal law. Full repeal requires peace and a procedure in Congress.
The U. S. Treasury is studying $5,000 payments to adults if Republicans win the election. The program could cost $1.3 trillion.
Delcy Rodríguez plans to attend the UN General Assembly in New York. Trump and Rubio have allowed for talks with her amid a rapprochement between the US and Venezuela.
The United States imposed sanctions on VTB for helping Iran circumvent restrictions. The bank facilitated the transfer of frozen assets and settlements in rubles and rials.
American representatives met with Putin and Zelenskyy in Moscow and Kyiv. Witkoff reported progress and possible new trilateral talks.
Zelenskyy announced the third round of negotiations involving the United States, the United Kingdom, France and Germany.
According to the president, Ukraine is ready for constructive negotiations with the United States and seeks to end the war as soon as possible.
Acting head of the Treasury Department's sanctions unit, Jean Lange, joined the U. S. delegation in Moscow. This may indicate that sanctions were discussed.
The U. S. Treasury Secretary expects oil prices to fall to $40–50 per barrel after the end of the war with Iran due to an oversupply.
Golden Global Bank is suspected of making million-dollar transfers benefiting Iran. The United States has frozen its assets and threatened new secondary sanctions.
The United States added Raúl Castro’s grandson, a Cuban bank, and four companies to its sanctions list. Washington promises to increase pressure on Havana.
Washington plans to cut off Iran's external ties and strengthen sanctions against Tehran and its allies, including Russia. Bessent called on countries not to support the regime.
Russia’s Finance Ministry did not mention Ukraine in its G20 report. The US said that Bessent and Siluanov discussed Trump’s plan to end the war.
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Anton Siluanov in Asheville. They discussed Donald Trump's peace plan.
Trump claimed the destruction of an energy hub on Kharg Island. Reuters found that the published video of the explosions was most likely created by AI.
The United States imposed sanctions on a Hong Kong organization and an individual linked to Iran's Bank Melli. The restrictions may also affect Banque Misr UAE.
Washington officially removed Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The decision is expected to pave the way for investment and economic recovery.
The United States has launched the “Economic Outcast” campaign and expanded sanctions against nearly 60 organizations, individuals, and vessels. The restrictions cover oil, cyber operations, and technology.
The U. S. will target organizations that help Iran launder money or circumvent sanctions. Bessent announced sanctions against a financial institution.
Gold rose to above $4,620 per ounce following the U. S. Treasury Department's intervention in the bond market. Investors fear a weakening dollar.
The dollar weakened to a three-month low against the euro amid plans by the United States to increase its buyback of government bonds. The euro rose to $1.1711.
The price of gold rose to its highest level in more than three months amid a weaker dollar and concerns over U. S. government debt. The metal gained 5% over the week.
U. S. national debt reached $40.048 trillion amid rising spending and interest payments. Budget watchdog groups are warning of a debt crisis.
Democrats Warren and Coons are demanding an explanation of why the United States suspended sanctions against Russia for 17 months despite fruitless peace negotiations. They point out that the last serious restrictions were imposed in October 2025, and that Russia easily evades them.
The Kimsuky hacking group has created tools for running AI models locally and analyzing stolen data. They also use AI to create phishing campaigns and malware.
The United States imposed sanctions against six individuals and companies from China, India, Russia, and Iran for supporting Mahan Air and the IRGC. The sanctioned individuals provided logistical and commercial assistance, and were also used for military operations.