Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent last week warned that airlines were possible sanctions targets along with digital assets and the maritime industry.
The U.S. Treasury said it views Banque Misr's six UAE branches as a "critical node" for the Iranian government’s access to U.S. dollars.
While Iran remains defiant, President Masoud Pezeshkian has also called for a diplomatic solution.
The United States could continue targeting Iranian individuals and entities, as well as others in China and the Gulf, that are helping Tehran evade sanctions to...
The U.S. State Department also designated two companies and individuals based in Iran and Belarus in connection with Iran's conventional arms-related activities, Treasury said.
During the call, Sharaa emphasized that lifting the remaining U.S. sanctions on Syria is essential for reviving the country’s economy and attracting foreign investment.
Tehran has not confirmed allegations that it uses ship-to-ship transfers or regional intermediaries to mask the origin of its oil.
According to reliable sources, the existing waiver expired on Tuesday, but following intensive negotiations, India succeeded in obtaining an extension from Washington.
Trump's decision to hit Russia with sanctions capped a tumultuous week with respect to the administration's Ukraine policy.
U.S. sanctions generally prohibit American individuals and companies from engaging in any business transactions with those targeted.