In a significant move, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has designated 35 entities and individuals involved in Iran’s shadow banking system, as part of its Economic Fury initiative. This action targets the financial structures enabling the movement of billions that facilitate sanctions evasion and support for terrorism.

According to Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, these networks are crucial for the Iranian armed forces, allowing them to access the international financial system for illicit oil sales and procurement of sensitive military components. The designation aims to deter financial institutions from engaging with these entities, highlighting the risks of severe consequences for compliance failures.

This action underscores the U.S. commitment to countering illicit financial activities that disrupt global trade and heighten regional tensions. By targeting these networks, the Treasury aims to diminish Iran’s ability to fund terrorism and pose threats to both U.S. personnel and global security interests.

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Official Source: US Treasury