Economy &amp; Sanctions

Michael McCaul Calls for New U.S. Sanctions Against Hamas and Its Supporters

Michael McCaul has called for new U.S. sanctions against Hamas following the murder of American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Pollin. He emphasizes the urgency of pressuring Hamas…

VOA Persian Sep 4, 2024

Saeedeh Shafiei, Economic Journalist, to be Imprisoned for the 'Third Time'

Saeedeh Shafiei, an economic journalist, is set to be imprisoned for the third time due to a decision by forensic and judicial authorities despite her…

Former Central Bank Governor of Lebanon Arrested on Corruption Charges

Riad Salameh, the former governor of Lebanon's central bank, has been arrested on corruption charges following a lengthy tenure marked by both economic revival and…

VOA Persian Sep 3, 2024

The U.S. Arrests a Dual National Citizen on Charges of Smuggling Drone and Oil Technology to Iran

A dual national Iranian-American citizen, Gholamreza Goudarzi, was arrested in Texas for allegedly smuggling drone and oil technology to Iran. He faces serious charges, including…

Iran Summons British Chargé d'Affaires in Response to New Sanctions Against IRGC

Iran summoned the British Chargé d'Affaires in response to new UK sanctions against three individuals and an entity linked to the IRGC, accused of destabilizing…

Iran Smuggles 1.7 Million Barrels of Oil Daily Using 'Ghost Fleet'

Iran is reportedly smuggling 1.7 million barrels of oil daily using a network of tankers that evade detection. This operation primarily serves China, Syria, and…

Israel Calls for Increased Sanctions on Iran and Hamas Following Death of Six Hostages

Following the death of six Israeli hostages, Israeli Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz has called for increased international sanctions against Iran and Hamas. The situation has…

CENTCOM Confirms Iranian-Backed Houthis Attacked Two More Oil Tankers in the Red Sea

Iranian-backed Houthis attacked two oil tankers in the Red Sea, one Saudi and one Panamanian-flagged, using missiles and drones. This escalation follows previous attacks and…

CNN: The U.S. Seized Nicolás Maduro's Private Jet Due to Sanctions Violations

The U.S. has seized Nicolás Maduro's private jet due to sanctions violations, highlighting the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. This action underscores the…

Radio Farda Sep 2, 2024

Britain Adds Three Individuals and One Entity from the Islamic Republic of Iran to Sanctions List

The UK has imposed sanctions on three Iranian individuals and one IRGC entity due to their destabilizing activities against Israel and other nations. This move…

New British Sanctions Against the Islamic Republic; David Lammy: We Will Continue Cooperation with Israel Against the Iranian Government

The British government has imposed new sanctions on three Iranian citizens and the Quds Force's 700 unit for destabilizing activities. Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized…

Two Oil Tankers Targeted in Separate Attacks in the Red Sea

Two oil tankers, a Saudi and a Panama-flagged vessel, were attacked in the Red Sea, with reports suggesting potential Houthi involvement. The attacks did not…

VOA Persian Sep 1, 2024

Jordan's Foreign Minister Accuses Israel of Escalating Violence in the West Bank

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi condemned Israel for escalating violence in the West Bank, asserting that Jordan will resist any displacement of Palestinians. This comes…

Radio Farda Sep 1, 2024

Death of Three Israeli Police Officers by Unknown Armed Attackers in the West Bank

Three Israeli police officers were killed in an attack by unidentified armed Palestinians in the West Bank, prompting calls for increased security measures from Israeli…

VOA Persian Aug 31, 2024

Escalation of Clashes in the West Bank; At Least 19 Palestinians Killed and One Israeli Soldier Wounded

Escalating violence in the West Bank has resulted in the deaths of at least 19 Palestinians and injuries to an Israeli soldier due to an…

Radio Farda Aug 30, 2024

International Day of Enforced Disappearances; US Imposes Sanctions on 14 Syrian Officials

The US has imposed visa restrictions on 14 Syrian officials for human rights violations related to enforced disappearances, coinciding with the International Day of Victims…

VOA Persian Aug 30, 2024

Bloomberg Report on Iranian Oil Smuggling; Shamkhani's Son, Known as 'Hector', is the Key Player

Bloomberg reveals that Hossein Shamkhani, son of a senior Iranian official, plays a crucial role in the smuggling and distribution of Iranian oil through a…

Radio Farda Aug 30, 2024

Borrell's Efforts to Sanction Two Israeli Extreme Ministers Fail

Josep Borrell's efforts to convince EU foreign ministers to sanction two Israeli ministers, Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir, were unsuccessful due to lack of consensus…

VOA Persian Aug 30, 2024

Houthis Blow Up Parts of Abandoned Greek Oil Tanker in the Red Sea

The Houthis have attacked and blown up parts of a Greek oil tanker in the Red Sea, causing significant environmental concerns and disrupting maritime trade.…

VOA Persian Aug 29, 2024

Israel Warns of the Formation of a 'Terrorist Front' Supported by the Islamic Republic in the West Bank

Israel's Foreign Minister warns of Iran's efforts to establish a terrorist front in the West Bank, citing arms smuggling and destabilization efforts aimed at Jordan.…

VOA Persian Aug 29, 2024

Two Senior Members of the Revolutionary Guards Killed Due to 'Gas Leak' at a Base in Isfahan

A gas leak at an IRGC base in Isfahan resulted in the deaths of two senior members and injuries to ten others. This incident raises…

VOA Persian Aug 29, 2024

Israeli Army Continues Operations in West Bank; One 'Islamic Jihad' Commander and Four Palestinian Militants Killed

The Israeli army has intensified operations in the West Bank, resulting in the deaths of an Islamic Jihad commander and several militants. This escalation follows…

VOA Persian Aug 28, 2024

The U.S. Sanctions an Israeli NGO and a Settler Official for 'Violence in the West Bank'

The U.S. has sanctioned an Israeli NGO and a settler official due to their involvement in violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. This move…

VOA Persian Aug 28, 2024