Sanctions against iran

China-based Hengli Group main importer of sanctioned Iranian crude oil, analysts say - report

Hengli is one of the largest companies in a network of "teapot" refineries in China that purchase sanctioned oil, according to the officials cited by WSJ.

An Oil tanker named Yu fu Zuo unload imported crude oil at the crude oil terminal of in Qingdao port, in China's eastern Shandong province on July 16, 2026.
US President Donald Trump listens to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speak ahead of the launch of Trump investment accounts in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on July 6, 2026.

What are Trump's options as he seeks to pile more economic pressure on Iran? - explainer

A senate staffer walks near the U.S. Capitol as negotiations for the Senate's final votes of the legislative session continue, in Washington, D.C., U.S., August 7, 2026.

US Senate passes Russia sanctions championed by Graham; US House next

An Iranian cleric walks past a billboard depicting a portrait of the former commander of the IRGC Aerospace Forces, Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, on February 21, 2026.

US Treasury sanctions networks supporting Iran’s Mahan Air, IRGC from India, China, Russia


US issues fresh Iran, Russia sanctions over election interference, Treasury Dept says

The US Treasury said that both countries targeted the US 2024 presidential election and 'sought to divide the American people through targeted disinformation campaigns.'

 ‘A MONSTER’ – Members of the IRGC attend a ground forces military drill in the East Azerbaijan province of Iran in 2022.

Iranian Rial hits record low as economic woes mount

The rial’s stronger value in 2015 during Iran’s nuclear deal, when it traded at 32,000 to the dollar, contrasts sharply with today’s conditions.

Bullets and Iranian Rial bills are seen placed over the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran (illustrative)

UK sanctions Iranian military figures following attack on Israel

The European Union also agreed to impose sanctions on seven people and seven organizations, including airline Iran Air, for their links to Iranian transfers of ballistic missiles to Russia.

 Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looks at an Iranian drone during his visit to the IRGC Aerospace Force achievements exhibition in Tehran, Iran November 19, 2023.

US slaps sanctions on network accused of moving billions for Iran's IRGC

The US, following the implementation of sanctions, said that the action targets Iran's vast shadow banking system used to support Iran's military.

 Members of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) navy participate in an exercise in Abu Musa Island, in this picture obtained on August 2, 2023.

US announces additional sanctions on Iranian entities, individuals involved in UAV development

Washington also targeted two companies and a vessel involved in the shipment of Iranian commodities.

 Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei speaks during a meeting with a group of academic elites and scientific talents in Tehran, Iran October 19, 2022

Iran FM: European Union's decision to expand Iran sanctions is 'regrettable'

Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles on Israel in what it said was retaliation against a suspected Israeli bombing of its embassy compound in Damascus.

 Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian speaks during a joint press conference with Lebanon's caretaker Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib (not pictured) in Beirut, Lebanon October 13, 2023.

Israel-Hamas War: What happened on day 194?

IDF destroys launchers in Gaza • Rocket directly hits building in north • US shoots down Houthi UAVs •IDF destroys Hezbollah launchers in Lebanon

 IDF troops evacuate wounded personnel in the North. April17, 2024.

US to impose new sanctions targeting Iran's missile and drone program

The new sanctions and other measures will "continue a steady drumbeat of pressure" to contain and degrade Iran's military capacity and effectiveness, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said. 

 White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan takes questions during the daily press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S. October 10, 2023.

US unveils charges, seizures linked to Iranian oil network

The DOJ said it also seized more than 520,000 barrels of Iran's oil aboard the crude tanker Abyss that were covered by US sanctions.

A gas flare on an oil production platform in the Soroush oil fields is seen alongside an Iranian flag in the Persian Gulf, Iran, July 25, 2005

US imposes fresh sanctions over Iranian arms, cyber activity

The sanctions, announced in separate statements, represent Washington's latest efforts to punish Tehran, whose proxies in Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen and Gaza have attacked US and Israeli targets.

 Iranian flag flies in front of the UN office building in Vienna