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US Sanctions Russian Bank VTB Over Iran Ties

September 15, 2026

Summary

The U.S. Treasury imposed additional sanctions on Russia's VTB Bank as part of a campaign against Iran. This action aims to pressure foreign banks to cut ties with the institution, following other measures taken by the Trump administration to inflict "economic D-Day" on Iran.

Coverage by lane

Center

  • Treasury hits Russia's VTB Bank with new sanctions over Iran ties
  • U.S. Sanctions Russian Bank in Latest Target for Campaign Against Iran

Far right

  • U.S. Treasury Sanctions Russian Bank in Latest Operation Economic Outcast Action

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