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Washington Launches "Economic Fury" Operation: Sanctions Target Iranian Shadow Banking Networks and Dry Up "Billions of Currency" Sources

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Mahmoud Khalaf

Washington Launches "Economic Fury" Operation: Sanctions Target Iranian Shadow Banking Networks and Dry Up "Billions of Currency" Sources

In the most severe financial escalation in years, the U.S. Treasury Department announced today, Friday, the launch of a wide-ranging operation called "Economic Fury", targeting what is known as "Iranian Shadow Banking Networks."

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New American Sanctions Target Iranian Cryptocurrency and Oil Networks

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Economy

Lubna Nissani

New American Sanctions Target Iranian Cryptocurrency and Oil Networks

Washington freezes $344 million in cryptocurrencies linked to Iran as part of new sanctions targeting oil, shipping, and digital financing networks.

The Kremlin Responds to New U.S. Sanctions on Russian Oil

Russia downplayed the significance of U.S. sanctions on its oil, asserting its ability to adapt to ongoing restrictions, while Washington continues to tighten its oil policies towards Moscow and Tehran amid escalating economic pressures.

Hong Kong: A Gateway for Iran to Evade Sanctions... and Washington Tries to Break the Network

The United States relies on an approach known as "whack-a-mole," referring to its repeated attempts to close financing channels that quickly reappear in new forms.

Iran Raises Minimum Wage by 60% Despite War and Protests.. Will This Step Calm Street Anger?

The monthly minimum wage will rise from 103 million rials to 166 million rials starting from the new Iranian year.

Washington Grants Berlin Exemption from "Rosneft" Sanctions Amid Regional Tensions

The U.S. Treasury Department announced on Thursday the issuance of a general license allowing for the exemption of transactions related to the German unit of the Russian company Rosneft from U.S. sanctions.

Rodriguez Asks Trump to Lift Sanctions on Venezuela

After Maduro's ousting, acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez called on Trump to lift sanctions and open a new chapter of cooperation between Venezuela and the United States, describing her country as a "new friend and partner."

The European Union Designates the Iranian Revolutionary Guard as a Terrorist Organization

The European Union has officially adopted the classification of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization, following an agreement reached during the meeting of foreign ministers on January 29, according to the official website of the European Council.

Havana Drowns in Trash: Waste Crisis Worsens Under U.S. Blockade

Havana is drowning in trash, and the streets are turning into an environmental nightmare, with garbage trucks halted and fuel shortages due to the U.S. blockade, while hope hangs on potential international support.

Trump and Netanyahu Tighten the Noose on Iranian Oil and Intensify Nuclear Pressure

Trump and Netanyahu agree to intensify pressure on Iran, focusing on oil and preventing it from developing nuclear weapons, while nuclear negotiations continue amid tensions in international relations.

Russia Imposes Restrictions on "Telegram" and Suggests Full Operations May Resume if Compliance with the Law is Achieved

Anton Nymkin, a member of the Information Policy Committee in the Russian Duma, clarified that the restrictions imposed by Moscow on the "Telegram" platform aim to ensure the platform's compliance with Russian law and are not intended to permanently ban the application.

U.S. Treasury Secretary: Putin is a War Criminal and Sanctions Pushed Moscow to Negotiate

U.S. Treasury Secretary said on Thursday that he still considers Russian President Vladimir Putin a war criminal, emphasizing that the sanctions imposed by the United States and its partners on Russia played a direct role in pushing Moscow to sit at the negotiating table.

Trump: Mexico Will Stop Sending Oil to Cuba After Tariff Threat

Trump announces that Mexico will stop sending oil to Cuba after Washington's tariff threat, amid a severe economic crisis on the Caribbean island.

The U.S. Treasury Announces New Sanctions Related to Iran

The U.S. Treasury Department said on Friday that it has imposed new sanctions related to Iran, clarifying that the package includes a number of companies and seven individuals whom Washington accuses of contributing to activities linked to Iranian programs or networks that are under sanctions.

The European Union Lists the Iranian Revolutionary Guard as a Terrorist Organization

Kalas .. "Any regime that kills thousands of its own people is accelerating its own demise."

The European Union Imposes New Sanctions on Iran and Considers Designating the Revolutionary Guard as a Terrorist Organization

EU foreign ministers are expected to soon reach a political agreement paving the way for the inclusion of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard on the list of European terrorist organizations.

Kaja Kallas Announces New Sanctions on Iran with EU's Commitment to Dialogue

Kaja Kallas is preparing to impose new sanctions on Iran, including classifying the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization, while keeping dialogue channels open. The sanctions will target Iranian officials involved in the killing of protesters.

America Imposes New Oil Sanctions on Iran's 'Shadow Fleet'

Washington imposes new sanctions on Iran's 'Shadow Fleet' and increases pressure on Tehran following the recent crackdown.

Trump Threatens Tariffs in Greenland Dispute

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday a 10% tariff on imports from several European countries, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, Britain, the Netherlands, and Finland, amid the dispute regarding Greenland.

US Sanctions Target Ali Larijani and Prominent Iranian Officials

In an official statement, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bancen explained on Thursday that these sanctions come at the direction of President Donald Trump and also include financial networks linked to the oil and petrochemical sector, which Washington accuses of funding domestic repression and supporting armed groups abroad.

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