Babak Zanjani
بابک زنجانی
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The United States has imposed new sanctions on billionaire Iranian financier Babak Zanjani, targeting his financial activities. This move is part of broader efforts to…
US Imposes New Sanctions on Iranian Financier Babak Zanjani's Network
The US has imposed additional sanctions on a network linked to Iranian financier Babak Zanjani, targeting his financial operations. This move involves the US government…
Iran News in Brief – May 22, 2026
The Iranian regime's security forces arrested Forouzan Eslami, a Kurdish English language teacher, in Urmia without a judicial warrant, transferring her to an undisclosed location.…
Head of Economic Security Police: Babak Zanjani Talks Too Much
Hosseini Rahimi criticized Babak Zanjani for making excessive comments about sensitive economic matters. Zanjani's remarks have raised concerns that may require judicial intervention. This situation…
Zanjani's Remarks on the Possibility of Rouhani's Leadership: This Wish Will Be Taken to the Grave
Hassan Rouhani's recent comments about military constraints and governance weaknesses have provoked a fierce reaction from regime-affiliated media and figures, particularly Babak Zanjani. This situation…
US Imposes $1.61 Million Fine on Freight Forwarder for Sanctions Violations Linked to Iran's Mahan Air
The US Treasury Department announced that Fracht FWO Inc. will pay $1.61 million for violating US sanctions related to Iran's Mahan Air, which is accused…
Iranian Tycoon Claims $2.3 Billion Seized from Malaysian Bank in Dispute Over NIOC Arbitration
Babak Zanjani, an Iranian tycoon previously sentenced for corruption, claims that $2.3 billion from his Malaysian bank account was seized to settle an international arbitration…
Iranian Oil Tycoon Babak Zanjani May Be Released After Asset Transfer
Babak Zanjani, an Iranian oil sales middleman sentenced to death for embezzlement, may be released after the judiciary confirmed that his overseas assets were transferred…
Tehran Engages Disgraced Tycoon Babak Zanjani Amid Economic Crisis
Babak Zanjani, a convicted oil embezzler, has reportedly returned more assets than required, which has led officials to portray him positively during Iran's economic crisis.…
Judiciary Claims: Taraneh Alidoosti is Not 'Banned from Flying', Can File a Complaint
Iran's judiciary spokesperson denied that actress Taraneh Alidoosti is banned from flying, asserting that such a punishment does not exist, while her lawyer claims no…
Workers of Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company Rally on International Workers' Day; Ismail Bakshi Must Return to Work
Workers from Haft Tappeh Sugarcane Company rallied on International Workers' Day, demanding the return of Ismail Bakshi, a fellow worker imprisoned on security charges. Ebrahim…
Babak Zanjani Granted Clemency by Khamenei; Death Sentence Converted to 20 Years in Prison
Babak Zanjani, an Iranian businessman convicted of economic corruption and sentenced to death, has had his sentence commuted to 20 years in prison following clemency…
Fourth Week of the 'Black Tuesdays' Campaign; Continued Hunger Strike of Political Prisoners in Protest Against Death Sentences
Political prisoners across Iran are on a hunger strike for the fourth week in protest against death sentences, particularly in solidarity with those in Qezel…
Possibility of Pardon for Economic Offender Sentenced to Death; Ejei: Babak Zanjani's Assets Will Cover His Debts and Damages
Babak Zanjani, sentenced to death for financial corruption, may be pardoned if he pays his debts, according to Iranian judiciary officials. This situation raises concerns…
Head of Social Workers Association: Petty Theft Increased for Livelihood
The head of the Social Workers Association has reported a significant increase in petty thefts in Iran due to rising poverty and inflation, indicating a…
Reactions Continue to Oil Rig Theft; Oil Minister: It Does Not Belong to Babak Zanjani
The Iranian Oil Minister denied claims that a stolen oil rig belonged to Babak Zanjani, asserting it belonged to a private company. The theft has…
The Theft of an Oil Rig 'Equipped with Advanced Tools and Engines'; Government News Agency: Belongs to Babak Zanjani
An oil rig owned by Babak Zanjani was stolen in Khuzestan, reportedly dismantled and looted by unknown individuals. The incident highlights ongoing issues of corruption…
Judiciary Takes Foreign Representatives to Prison to Witness 'Islamic Prison Principles'
Foreign ambassadors and representatives visited Tehran's women's prison to observe conditions, as stated by Iranian officials. This visit comes amidst ongoing allegations of human rights…
Exclusive | Statements of the Head of Evin Prison During the 1988 Executions from the Perspective of Two Legal Experts
Two human rights lawyers analyzed statements made by Hossein Mortazavi Zanjani, the former head of Evin Prison, regarding the mass executions of political prisoners in…
Hamid Reza Bagheri Deramani, the 'Tar Pitch King,' Executed
Hamid Reza Bagheri Deramani, known as the 'Tar Pitch King,' was executed for corruption and fraud amounting to over 1,000 billion tomans. His case involved…