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EU intensifies its 17th sanctions package on Russia, targeting shadow fleet tankers, military tech, and sanctions evaders to weaken Moscow’s war and support Ukraine
The EU’s 17th sanctions package bans 189 shadow fleet vessels, adds 75 individuals and entities, and restricts exports of missile-related chemicals and critical machine tool components. It also cracks down on sanctions circumvention through tighter due diligence, coordination with G7 partners, and targeted pressure on third-country enablers…
OFAC releases the fourth OFAC Basics video – ‘Requesting OFAC Guidance’, explaining how to contact the OFAC Compliance Hotline and find sanctions guidance on its website
The OFAC Video offers a tutorial on how to contact the OFAC Compliance Hotline for questions about sanctions compliance and where to find helpful guidance on OFAC’s website…
OFAC sanctions nearly 2 dozen companies and vessels linked to Iran’s illicit oil trade, targeting a vast global network that finances Tehran’s military and terrorist proxies
The designations span front companies, shipping agents, inspection firms, and shadow fleet operators across Asia and the Middle East used to disguise Iranian oil shipments. Proceeds from these operations were funnelled back to Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff to support weapons development and terrorism…
OFAC targets 2 leaders of Mexico’s Cartel del Noreste, a US-designated foreign terrorist group involved in drug, human, and arms trafficking, reinforcing its fight against cartels
The action, coordinated with U.S. and Mexican authorities, aims to disrupt Cartel del Noreste’s operations and hold its leadership accountable for terrorism and cross-border criminal activity…
UK imposes 100 new sanctions on Russia’s military, energy, and financial sectors, aiming disrupt the supply chains and financial networks driving its aggression in Ukraine
In parallel, the UK and its international partners are intensifying efforts to enforce and tighten the Oil Price Cap, aiming to reduce Russia’s critical oil revenues that fund its military aggression. This coordinated action demonstrates the UK’s continued commitment to applying financial pressure on the Kremlin and countering illicit finance linked to its war machine…
OFAC and Swiss SECO sign MoU to strengthen bilateral cooperation through structured information sharing on sanctions monitoring, compliance, and enforcement
While not legally binding, the MOU outlines a framework for confidential and lawful data exchange, with each agency designating coordinators to manage the collaboration. By aligning enforcement efforts and fostering transparency, this partnership reinforces the shared commitment of the U.S. and Switzerland to upholding international financial integrity and security…
OFAC takes action against four Hizballah operatives in Lebanon and Iran for facilitating global fundraising and financial support for terrorist group’s operations
The sanctioned individuals managed Hizballah’s internal financial operations and oversaw funding to affiliated groups abroad, including in Africa and Gaza. The action builds on broader efforts to disrupt Iran’s support for terrorism through Hizballah’s global financial networks…
UK Govt’s sanctions enforcement review unveils tougher penalties, clearer guidance, enhanced compliance tools, and a more coordinated, intelligence-driven approach – set for 2025-26
The UK government will implement targeted actions in 2025–2026 to strengthen sanctions enforcement, including clearer guidance, a consolidated sanctions list, enhanced compliance support, and faster, more transparent civil penalty processes…
UK Govt unveils its largest-ever sanctions package against Russia, targeting 101 ships, 5 individuals, and 4 entities connected to the country’s shadow fleet and its facilitators
The Govt will sanction up to 100 oil tankers that form a core part of Putin’s shadow fleet operation and are responsible for carrying more than $24 billion worth of cargo since the start of 2024. It is the latest move by the Government to safeguard working people, protect the UK’s national security and deliver on the foundations of the Plan for Change…
OFAC sanctions China’s Hebei Xinhai refinery, Shandong terminal operators, and a global web of companies and vessels, facilitating Iran’s illicit oil exports
The sanctions significantly tighten restrictions on Iran’s oil export network by targeting key buyers, intermediaries, and transport facilitators, disrupting the flow of revenue to the Iranian regime. They also send a strong signal to global actors that involvement in Iran’s sanctioned oil trade carries serious financial and legal consequences…
UK updates Syria sanctions to aid reconstruction, easing restrictions on finance and energy sectors, while keeping penalties on Assad-linked figures tied to human rights abuses and illicit trade
With the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, the UK recognizes the need to assist in rebuilding Syria’s economy and infrastructure, which have been severely damaged by years of conflict. By easing these sanctions, the UK aims to facilitate essential investments in Syria’s energy and financial systems, helping to stabilize the country…
OFAC sanctions International Bank of Yemen and its top executives for facilitating Iran-backed Houthi operations via the SWIFT network, enabling oil purchases and evading sanctions
As part of this designation, OFAC is also sanctioning key leaders or officials of IBY, Kamal Hussain Al Jebry, Ahmed Thabit Noman Al-Absi, and Abdulkader Ali Bazara. The designation of IBY complements the whole-of-government effort to stop Iran-backed Houthi attacks against commercial shipping in the Red Sea…