US Treasury Announces Sanctions on 60 Iran-Linked Targets, Excludes Chinese Financial Institutions
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The US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on 60 individuals, entities, and vessels tied to Iran on Monday, according to multiple reports. The measures did not target Chinese financial institutions despite China's role as the largest purchaser of Iranian oil. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the actions aim to enforce sanctions reach while avoiding broader financial disruption.