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  1. Scott Bessent spoke on behalf of the U.S. Treasury regarding Iran, while the Iranian regime continues to utilize the IRGC for political control.

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Turkish Bank for Aiding Iran's IRGC

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The United States implemented sanctions under Operation Economic Outcast against Golden Global Bank and its two subsidiaries, which are based in Türkiye. The U.S. Treasury stated that the bank facilitated tens of millions of dollars in transactions for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force and provided the Iranian regime with correspondent banking access. Scott Bessent warned that financial institutions continuing to facilitate business with Iran would face consequences.

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The sanctions target financial conduits used by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to move funds internationally. Reports indicate that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps funnels money through Turkey to Hamas operatives. While U.S. economic pressure has restricted Tehran’s financial networks, Iran continues to access funds through various channels.

Scott Bessent spoke on behalf of the U.S. Treasury regarding Iran, while the Iranian regime continues to utilize the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps for political control.

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Who's involved

  • Scott BessentUnited States Secretary of the Treasury who announced the expanded sanctions campaign
  • Islamic Revolutionary Guard CorpsMilitary organization targeted by sanctions for using financial conduits
  • IranThe country whose financial networks are being restricted by U.S. sanctions

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  1. US implements naval blockade and sanctions regime on Iran, while Ebrahim Azizi challenges Scott Bessent's claims regarding Iran's economic status.Sub-event
  2. US sanctions target Golden Global Bank for aiding IRGC transactions.1 source
  3. Scott Bessent is elevated as a trusted policy advisor, amid mounting frustrations over the Iran war, leading to the unveiling of Operation Economic Outcast sanctions.Sub-event
  4. Bessent announced sanctions threats against countries dealing with Iran.1 source
  5. Bessent commented on seized funds as IRGC uses Iranian oil sales network.1 source
  6. US is implementing harsh economic measures against Iran, specifically targeting IRGC funding.1 source

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