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US Sanctions Entities in India, China, and Russia Over Iran Ties

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THE BRIEF
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The US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on entities in India, China, and Russia, including India-based Skiez Travels, for allegedly providing support to Iran's Mahan Air and the IRGC.

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The sanctions target networks accused of facilitating logistics and financial transactions, including the use of Bitcoin, to help Iran evade international restrictions.

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This move marks a significant escalation in US diplomatic pressure, directly impacting Indian firms involved in travel and logistics services linked to Iranian state-owned enterprises.