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U.S. Treasury Expands Sanctions on Iran, Freezing $34.4 Billion in Crypto Assets

The U.S. Treasury's new sanctions against Iran include updates to the SDN list and the freezing of...
April 26, 2026 by
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    Global
  • Last Update
    2026-04-26
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (2)
Blockchain analytics and crypto-forensics providers
Global Shipping and Trade Compliance Providers
Negative Impacts (7)
Iranian Airlines and Air Transport Sector
Iranian Aviation Assets
Iranian Logistics and Shipping Networks
Cryptocurrency exchanges with Iran compliance exposure
Iranian Financial System
Iranian over-the-counter trade and informal payment networks
Total impacts: 9 | Positive: 2 | Negative: 7
Event Overview

The U.S. Treasury's new sanctions against Iran include updates to the SDN list and the freezing of significant cryptocurrency assets. The measures target Iranian financial, logistical, and aviation systems, aiming to increase pressure on the country's transnational commercial networks.

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Hengli Petrochemical Clarifies Subsidiary's Inclusion on US Treasury SDN List
2026-04-26 18:36

Hengli Petrochemical has clarified that its subsidiary has been included on the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list by the US Treasury. The company emphasizes that it has never engaged in trade with Iran and ensures that its crude oil suppliers are not subject to US sanctions. Hengli Petrochemical states that its current production and operations are normal, with facilities running at high capacity. The company has sufficient crude oil reserves to meet more than three months of demand, and procurement activities have not been affected. Hengli Petrochemical firmly opposes the unjustified sanctions and will take legal action to protect its rights.

US Treasury Announces New Sanctions on Iran, Freezes $34.4 Billion in Crypto Wallets
2026-04-25 02:55

The US Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced new sanctions against Iran on April 24. The sanctions include updates to the 'Specially Designated Nationals List' and the freezing of multiple cryptocurrency wallets associated with Iran, involving approximately $34.4 billion in assets. The Treasury Secretary stated that this action is one of the financial sanction measures targeting Iran.

U.S. Treasury Updates Sanctions List Targeting Iranian Individuals, Entities, and Aviation Assets
2026-04-22 02:07

The U.S. Treasury updated its sanctions list on April 21, adding multiple Iranian individuals, businesses, and aviation assets. The new sanctions are focused on counterterrorism and non-proliferation, targeting Iran and its transnational commercial networks in the Middle East and other regions. The aim is to increase restrictions on Iran's financial, logistical, and aviation systems.

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