World5 sources

US Sanctions Indian, Turkish Firms and People for Aiding Iran

  • The US Treasury issued sanctions against Indian and Turkish companies and individuals for supporting Iran.
  • The sanctions are part of the Trump administration's 'Operation Economic Outcast'.
  • The aim is to prevent Iran from selling oil to fund conflicts with the US and Israel.
  • The sanctions include an Indian couple and nine firms involved in alleged Iran oil trade fraud.
  • The US warns it will continue to target those supporting the Iranian government.
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