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Chinese Stocks Hit One-Year Low as Chip, Optical Firms Slide
Chinese shares touched a one-year low, led by a selloff in technology firms after a report that authorities may allow purchases of Nvidia Corp.’s new chips and proposed US sanctions on foreign optical
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Iraq Seeks US Waiver on Iran Flight Ban to Resume Flights Halted by US Sanctions
Iraq's government said on Saturday it was in direct talks with Washington to seek an exemption for its airports to resume flights that were suspended due to U.S. sanctions on Iranian airlines. This fo
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Iranian President Pezeshkian stated he no longer trusts negotiations with Washington and presented a new proposal to end the war.
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated in an interview aired on Saturday that Iran no longer trusts negotiations with the United States due to the recurring attacks and sanctions that have followed previ
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The Current State of Digital Currency Trading Platforms and Regulatory Challenges in Iran, with a Discussion of Hopoo Exchange
Iran is actively developing digital currencies to circumvent international trade restrictions amid global sanctions. The country has enacted regulations for Bitcoin mining and plans to launch a central bank digital currency. However, the United States has imposed sanctions on several major Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, including Nobitex, accusing them of facilitating sanctions evasion and potential involvement in illicit activities. These sanctions have significantly impacted the Iranian crypto market, yet local users continue to trade through centralized platforms. The article also briefly introduces Hopoo Exchange, a U.S.-based exchange founded in 2019.
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International Criminal Court Deputy Prosecutor Says ICC Insulated Against US Sanctions
The tribunal has overhauled its systems to withstand potential new measures from the Trump administration.
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Russia expands fleet as crackdown on stateless vessels intensifies
The number of ships sailing under the Russian flag has grown by a third as Moscow keeps fossil fuel exports flowing despite western sanctions.
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Iran warns its airports will be "inoperable" if neighboring countries enforce US sanctions, following Georgia, Azerbaijan, and UAE's suspension of flights to Iran.
Rezaei, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that Iran would retaliate and ensure that the airports of neighboring countries "cannot operate" if they cooperate with new US san
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FT investigation: Rosneft's billions fueled Kremlin-backed money laundering network to circumvent sanctions
FT investigation: Rosneft's billions fueled Kremlin-backed money laundering network to circumvent sanctions
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U.S. senators will introduce a bill seeking to sanction those promoting Israel's "E1" West Bank settlement plan.
The plan aims to connect Ma'ale Adumim and other illegal settlements with occupied East Jerusalem, which would completely separate East Jerusalem from the West Bank and effectively divide Palestinian
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EU lifts sanctions on two Russian billionaires, Ukraine expresses anger; Azerbaijani President pardons Frenchman accused of espionage
The European Union has agreed to lift sanctions on two Russian billionaires, Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman, a move that has drawn strong criticism from Ukraine. Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister
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Iraq, Oman and Azerbaijan join growing list of nations cancelling Iran flights after US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns of further sanctions
Iraq, Oman and Azerbaijan join growing list of nations cancelling Iran flights after US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns of further sanctions
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EU to lift sanctions on Russian oligarchs Mikhail Fridman and Alisher Usmanov
The move comes as part of a deal to extend the bloc’s curbs for three years, with the two individuals being removed from the sanctions list.
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Russian oil flows dip as US sanctions, Saudi supplies loom
The return of Saudi crude exports and the threat of US sanctions could eat into the Kremlin’s war chest.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent warns companies against servicing Iranian airlines, effective Wednesday, as China calls measures "illegal"
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that all Iranian airlines could be shut out of international operations from Wednesday, September 23, warning companies globally against providing service
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Binance Responds to US Prosecutors' Investigation into Iran-Related Transactions: "Zero Tolerance" for Sanctions Violations, Will Fully Cooperate with Law Enforcement
In response to reports that U.S. prosecutors are investigating whether Binance allowed transactions related to Iran, Binance stated that the company has a "zero-tolerance policy" for sanctions violati
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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether Binance violated Iran sanctions.
U.S. federal prosecutors are investigating whether Binance Holdings Ltd., the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, violated U.S. sanctions against Iran by failing to prevent certain transactions o
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Trump administration reportedly preparing sweeping sanctions against International Criminal Court, threatening to disrupt its finances and operations
The measures, which could be announced soon, would prohibit most transactions with the ICC after a six to seven-month grace period, barring US citizens and companies from providing money, goods, or se
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Chinese tech giant Huawei faces landmark criminal trial in the US, accused of theft, fraud, and sanctions violations.
U.S. prosecutors in Brooklyn federal court depicted Huawei as a "criminal enterprise," accusing it of stealing technology from American companies, defrauding banks, and circumventing sanctions against
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Israeli Settlement Economy Prepares for European Sanctions
The Financial Times reported that punitive measures imposed by the UK, France, and other European countries on businesses operating in the occupied Palestinian territories could have a profound impact
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Iran's car market prices surge 40-130% since February, with officials calling it a 'mafia system', highlighting cost-of-living crisis
Domestic car prices in Iran have mostly risen 40% to 80% since the start of the war in February, with some vehicles selling for over 130% of their September 2025 costs. This makes even locally made ca
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Trump Administration Lifts Sanctions on Eritrea to Advance U.S. Regional Interests in Red Sea
The U.S. State Department announced that President Donald Trump chose not to renew sanctions against Eritrea from 2021, a move aimed at "advancing U.S. regional interests." Eritrea, located in the Hor
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Millions in Cuba left without power due to major blackout, country's sixth this year
Cuba's energy ministry reported a "total disconnection" of the country's electricity grid on Friday, leading to a nationwide outage. Power was partially restored to priority areas by late evening. Thi
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Turkey Revokes Operating License of Iran's Bank Mellat Istanbul Branch
Turkey's banking regulator (BDDK) announced in the Official Gazette on Saturday that it has revoked the operating license of Iran's Bank Mellat Istanbul branch. The agency stated that this move was ma
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U.S. President signs H.R. 5334 bill, expanding sanctions on Russia and extending sanctions on Iran.
On Friday, September 18, the President of the United States signed H.R. 5334, the "Lindsey O. Graham Sanction Russia and Iran Act of 2026." This bill authorizes and expands statutory sanctions, tariff
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Iran's Security Chief Rezaei Outlines 7 Conditions to End War, Including Unfreezing Funds and Ending Naval Blockade
Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezaei told Al Jazeera that Tehran demands Washington meet seven conditions before peace talks can begin. These conditions include: an end to all military and hostile acti
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Financial Times Analysis: Sanctioned North Korea, facing a funding shortage, has heavily invested in cyber warfare to become self-sufficient, emerging as a "hacker superpower."
Financial Times Analysis: Sanctioned North Korea, facing a funding shortage, has heavily invested in cyber warfare to become self-sufficient, emerging as a "hacker superpower."
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UK Parliament Members Call for Sanctions on Israeli Government, Not Just Settlers, and Halt to Arms Sales to Israel in Al Jazeera Article
UK MPs writing in Al Jazeera call for sanctions on the Israeli government, not just settlers, and an end to arms sales to Israel. The article states that a delegation of UK MPs, including the author,
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent claims Iran is struggling to pay troops and fund proxies as sanctions tighten
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated on X that under "Operation Economic Outcast," Iran's regime is running out of economic lifelines, with its proxies feeling the pressure. Bessent claimed Tehr
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Iran's UN envoy called the US blockade against Iran "collective punishment" and accused the US and its supporters of being responsible for the insecurity in the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions to regional shipping.
Iran's UN envoy, Amir-Saeid Iravani, stated at the UN Security Council that the US Navy's blockade of Iran violates the UN Charter and threatens civilians' access to food, medicine, fuel, and other ne
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HTX exits UK following FCA settlement
Existing customers cannot trade and must request approval for a one-time 48-hour withdrawal window, subject to sanctions controls.
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Ukrainian officials stated that a Russian drone attack on the Dnipro railway station killed at least 13 people and injured 10 others.
Ukrainian officials reported that a Russian jet drone struck a crowded platform at the Dnipro railway station in the country's north, killing at least 13 people and injuring 10 others, including an 11
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According to Reuters, Iran has established a vast network of 5,000 military entities to circumvent Western sanctions and smuggle at least $2 billion worth of military hardware.
According to Reuters, Iran has established a vast network of 5,000 military entities to circumvent Western sanctions and smuggle at least $2 billion worth of military hardware.
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Chainalysis traces North Korean crypto cash-outs via Garantex, linked to US sanctions on IT worker schemes
Chainalysis has traced North Korean crypto cash-outs through the Garantex exchange. This analysis follows recent US sanctions against 10 individuals and one entity accused of facilitating North Korean
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US Treasury sanctions crypto network linked to North Korean IT workers' weapons funding
The US Treasury has sanctioned a crypto cash-out network accused of converting earnings from North Korean undercover IT workers into funds for the country's weapons programs. The October 28 action tar
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: "Pariah Action" Against Iran Is Succeeding
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: "Pariah Action" Against Iran Is Succeeding
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US Sanctions 8 Ethereum and Tron Addresses Linked to North Korean IT Worker Schemes, Including One Tied to Russian Intermediaries
US Sanctions 8 Ethereum and Tron Addresses Linked to North Korean IT Worker Schemes, Including One Tied to Russian Intermediaries
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Iran reiterates demands for Strait of Hormuz traffic resumption
Iran remains firm on its demands, including sanctions relief and an end to the US naval blockade, in exchange for resuming normal traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, despite urgent diplomatic efforts to
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has signaled that Tehran remains open to negotiations
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has signaled that Tehran remains open to negotiations, a development deemed "very important and significant" by Mehran Kamrava, a professor of government at Georget
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Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that he agrees with Iranian President Pezeshkian's criticism of unilateral sanctions, noting that these sanctions affect not only producing countries but also global energy supply and consuming nations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that he agrees with Iranian President Pezeshkian's criticism of unilateral sanctions, noting that these sanctions affect not only producing countries but also g
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Pezeshkian: Attacks on energy infrastructure and unilateral sanctions have a dire impact on global energy landscape and market
Pezeshkian: Attacks on energy infrastructure and unilateral sanctions have a dire impact on global energy landscape and market
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Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that it is necessary to consider ending the current conflict and lifting sanctions.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that it is necessary to consider ending the current conflict and lifting sanctions.
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Her remarks come as Israel prepares for parliamentary elections on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Netanyahu seeking re-election
U.S. Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib stated that Palestinians will continue to face oppression from Israel regardless of who becomes the next Israeli Prime Minister, calling for a full arms embargo and sa
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The UK Foreign Office announced travel bans and asset freezes on 15 commanders
The UK Foreign Office announced travel bans and asset freezes on 15 commanders, militia leaders, and security officials from the Sudanese Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)
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that he would discuss with Russian President Vladimir Putin how to strengthen bilateral relations and issues of mutual concern
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on the 26th, before his trip to Russia, that he would discuss with Russian President Vladimir Putin how to strengthen bilateral relations and issues of mutua
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the national airline of Iran (known as "Homa" in Iran), has activated a new website domain in response to tightening U.S. sanctions
Iran Air, the national airline of Iran (known as "Homa" in Iran), has activated a new website domain in response to tightening U.S. sanctions. According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), the
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Al Jazeera analysis suggests that Israeli elections cannot bring about genuine political change
Al Jazeera analysis suggests that Israeli elections cannot bring about genuine political change, as the policy stances towards Palestinians differ little regardless of which bloc wins. The article arg
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Bank of Israel Rejects Netanyahu's Plan to Use Crypto to Evade Sanctions
The Bank of Israel rejected Prime Minister Netanyahu's plan to use cryptocurrencies to circumvent sanctions. Critics argued that the proposal would turn Israel into an economic pariah.
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U.S. Ambassador to the UN: Naval Blockade on Iran Could Be Maintained Indefinitely
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz stated in an interview with the Financial Times that a naval blockade against Iran could continue for the "foreseeable future." Waltz also said that th
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The Current State of Digital Currency Trading Platforms and Regulatory Challenges in Iran, with a Discussion of Hopoo Exchange
Iran is actively developing digital currencies to circumvent international trade restrictions amid global sanctions. The country has enacted regulations for Bitcoin mining and plans to launch a central bank digital currency. However, the United States has imposed sanctions on several major Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, including Nobitex, accusing them of facilitating sanctions evasion and potential involvement in illicit activities. These sanctions have significantly impacted the Iranian crypto market, yet local users continue to trade through centralized platforms. The article also briefly introduces Hopoo Exchange, a U.S.-based exchange founded in 2019.
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