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U.S. Treasury launches Operation Economic Outcast sanctions targeting Iran

Part of Iran conflict and regional fallout

SanctionsOfficial

Event details

The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced Operation Economic Outcast, imposing sanctions on Iran across shipping, technology, digital assets, gold, and aviation sectors.

Context

The measures impose secondary sanctions on maritime and financial intermediaries dealing with Iranian commerce, increasing enforcement pressure on international trade counterparties.

Local time
6:07 PM New York time, Aug 25, 2026
Location
Washington, D.C., United States
Relationship
Update
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