The US has imposed sanctions against 11 entities from China, Hong Kong, and Belarus. The restrictions concern the procurement of weapons for Iran and the operation of secret banking networks.
The US has imposed sanctions against the Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex and its leadership. The platform is accused of assisting the IRGC and the government in bypassing restrictions.
The US has taken control of Iranian crypto wallets worth approximately one billion dollars. The asset owners may not have even noticed the loss of access to the funds.
The US restrictions targeted eight vessels and over 15 companies from Hong Kong and Dubai. The sanctions aim to cut off Iran's revenue used for military reconstruction.
Scott Bessent supported the idea of a $250 banknote with Trump's portrait for the US Semiquincentennial. The decision to change the law regarding living persons must be made by Congress.
Oman has assured the US that it has no plans to introduce fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This follows threats of sanctions from Trump and Bessent.
The Office of the President has approached Britain for clarification regarding the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil. The US has also extended the authorization for fuel purchases.
The US is in no hurry to extend the trade truce with China, which is in effect until November. Beijing is satisfactorily fulfilling the conditions regarding the supply of critical minerals.
The US Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on Amin Exchange and 19 oil tankers. The restrictions target a network of front companies in the UAE, China, and Hong Kong.
Oil prices dropped by 2% following Trump's statement on suspending the strike on Iran in favor of negotiations. The price of Brent fell to $109.84 per barrel.
The US Treasury Department has issued a 30-day license to receive Russian oil stranded at sea. This will help stabilize the market and limit purchases by China.
The US Treasury Department has extended the authorization to purchase Russian oil for 30 days. This is due to fuel shortages caused by Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump announced the liquidation of ISIS leader Abu-Bilal al-Minuki during a joint US-Nigeria mission. He headed the terrorist network in the African Sahel.
Trump called the talks with Xi Jinping positive and invited him to the US for September 24. The leaders discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence, and Boeing orders.
Washington has introduced restrictions against 12 entities from Hong Kong, the UAE, and Oman. The sanctions target a shadow fleet that transported oil for Iran's needs.
The US has introduced sanctions against 10 individuals and companies for assisting Iran in weapons production. The restrictions target programs for the development of missiles and 'Shahed'-type drones.
China is mass-supplying components for drone production to Russia and Iran, bypassing sanctions. The US is attempting to complicate logistics and reduce the quality of the UAVs.
Abbas Araghchi met with Wang Yi in Beijing on the eve of the US-China summit. The parties discussed the war and oil exports amid tightening US sanctions.
The US has allowed Venezuela to hire advisors to prepare for the restructuring of $60 billion in debt. Direct payments and negotiations with creditors remain prohibited for now.
The price of gold dropped to $4,520 due to the US-Iran conflict in the Persian Gulf. Rising bond yields and oil prices are putting pressure on quotes.
The US will punish the payment of fees to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The ban applies to any payments, even under the guise of charity.
Trump has imposed sanctions on Cuban officials for corruption and human rights violations. The new measures are intended to deprive the island of fuel and funding.
The URIF fund, with a capital of $150 million, received 282 applications from companies in 15 countries. The first investment has already been directed toward the development of UAV technologies.
The US has imposed sanctions on 35 individuals and companies for assisting Iran in circumventing restrictions. The shadow network financed missile procurement and oil sales.
Scott Bessent warned of sanctions for companies servicing Iranian airlines. The restrictions apply to fuel supplies and technical support.
US Central Command reported the interception of the vessel Sevan, which was transporting Iranian petroleum products.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that they do not plan to extend the exemption for Russian seaborne oil and have completely ruled it out for Iranian oil. The statement comes against the backdrop of the US-Israel war against Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
The US Treasury extended the permit for the purchase of Russian oil until May 16. In March, India's fuel imports from Russia doubled, reaching $6.2 billion.
The Pentagon intercepted the vessel Majestic X in the Indian Ocean to disrupt Iran's illicit networks. The conflict has led to a rise in Brent oil prices.
US partners in Asia and the Persian Gulf need dollar liquidity. The UAE may receive separate support to stabilize financial markets.
