Scott Busent
U.S. Treasury Secretary
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View Timeline →The United States Sanctions Ali Larijani and Several Other Key Figures Behind the Suppression of Protesters in Iran
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on senior Iranian officials, including Ali Larijani, for their roles in violently suppressing ongoing protests. This action reflects U.S. support…
New US Sanctions Against Shipping Companies and Oil Tankers Related to Iran
The US has imposed new sanctions on shipping companies and oil tankers involved in the export of Iranian oil, particularly to China, as part of…
New US Sanctions Against Iran's Oil Trade Network Including a Storage Terminal in China
The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran's oil trade network, including a terminal in China, just before US-Iran negotiations. This move aims to disrupt…
The U.S. Imposes New Sanctions on Iran's Nuclear Program Ahead of Oman Meeting
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on Iran's nuclear program ahead of negotiations in Oman, targeting five companies and an individual involved in nuclear technology.…
U.S. Treasury Secretary Meets with 16 Global Banks and Organizations to 'Reduce Iran's Oil Exports'
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Busent met with representatives from 16 banks and law enforcement agencies to discuss intensifying sanctions against Iran, particularly targeting its oil…
The United States Sanctions Iran's Oil Minister and Several Companies and Vessels
The U.S. has sanctioned Iran's oil minister Mohsen Paknejad and several companies and vessels involved in the sale of Iranian oil as part of its…
The U.S. Sanctions a Criminal Network in Sweden Collaborating with the Iranian Government
The U.S. has sanctioned the Faxtrot criminal network in Sweden for collaborating with the Iranian government in drug trafficking and organizing attacks against Israelis. This…
US Treasury Sanctions Foxtrout Criminal Gang for Collaboration with Iran
The US Treasury has sanctioned the Foxtrout criminal network for its ties to Iran and involvement in attacks against Israeli interests in Europe. This action…
U.S. and Saudi Officials Discuss Countering the Iranian Government
U.S. and Saudi officials are collaborating to counter Iranian threats, particularly regarding nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles. This cooperation highlights the growing concern over Iran's…
U.S. Treasury Secretary Says Iran's Economy Will Collapse Due to Sanctions
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Busent announced that sanctions are aimed at collapsing Iran's economy and shutting down its oil industry. The U.S. is reviewing sanctions…
Reuters: Russia Sends Fuel to Syria Using Sanctioned Oil Tanker
Russia has sent a shipment of diesel fuel to Syria using a U.S.-sanctioned tanker, marking the first direct oil supply to the region in over…
The U.S. Sanctions Six Chinese and Hong Kong Companies for Selling Drone Parts to Iran
The U.S. has sanctioned six Chinese and Hong Kong companies for supplying drone parts to an Iranian firm involved in military operations. This action is…
The U.S. Sanctions a Network Supplying the Islamic Republic's Drone Program
The U.S. has sanctioned six entities in Hong Kong and China for supplying drone parts to the Islamic Republic, targeting its military capabilities. This action…
New U.S. Oil Sanctions Against Iran's Government Aimed at Maximum Pressure
The U.S. has imposed new sanctions on 16 Iranian oil and petrochemical entities and 22 individuals as part of its maximum pressure campaign. The sanctions…
U.S. Treasury Secretary: We Will Reduce Iran's Oil Exports to 10% of Current Levels
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Busent announced plans to drastically reduce Iran's oil exports as part of the Trump administration's renewed maximum pressure campaign. Current exports…