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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called for expanded cooperation with Venezuela during a phone call with his counterpart. Both nations, facing U.S. sanctions, stressed common ground and strategic partnership.
The US Treasury Department announced sanctions on Iranian cryptocurrency companies and individuals accused of facilitating money laundering and sanctions evasion. The measures target mining firms and cross-border fund transfers amid rising US-Iran tensions.
Iranian lawmakers have called for expanded import-export corridors to counter U.S. sanctions and diversify trade routes. The initiative aims to secure essential supplies and reduce dependence on controlled sea lanes.
Iranians are facing soaring meat and essential goods prices due to U.S. sanctions and lockdowns. For Eid al-Adha this year, Tehran authorities are selling sacrificial meat at subsidized prices to curb inflation. The move comes as demand for red meat has fallen 50% year-on-year, with many families switching to cheaper alternatives.
Iran has strongly condemned the US decision to impose sanctions on its ambassador to Lebanon, Mojtaba Amani, calling it a violation of international law and the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Tehran rejects accusations of supporting Hezbollah and urges the international community to oppose unilateral US measures.
The US Treasury imposed sanctions on four activists linked to Gaza aid flotillas, accusing them of supporting Hamas. At least 430 people have been detained in recent Israeli interceptions of vessels attempting to break the 19-year blockade. Organizers and human rights groups condemned the sanctions as an effort to criminalize humanitarian solidarity with Gaza.
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked sanctions imposed by the Trump administration on UN expert Francesca Albanese, ruling the measures sought to control her speech. Albanese, the Special Rapporteur on Palestinian territories, was sanctioned after criticizing US policy on Gaza and calling for ICC prosecutions.
India has rejected an offer to buy LNG from Russia due to US sanctions concerns, even as it faces supply shortages from Middle East tensions. A tanker is in holding while talks continue on permitted cargoes. The move shows India's careful balancing of energy needs and sanctions compliance.
The U.S. Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 10 individuals and firms, alleging they support illicit activities tied to Iran, including assistance to the IRGC and Iran-backed armed groups.
