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U.S. says sanctions could shut down all Iranian airlines from Wednesday

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said U.S. sanctions would make it difficult for Iranian airlines to operate globally within two days, warning that Washington is pressuring Tehran “like never before.” The threat signals a potentially broad escalation in restrictions affecting Iran’s commercial aviation sector.

Discovered 2026-09-21T16:29:29.313978-07:00 | 2026-09-21T16:29:29.313978-07:00

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A potential shutdown of all Iranian airlines would directly affect the country’s international air connectivity and access to aviation services.
The warning indicates an escalation in U.S. sanctions pressure, with implications for carriers, lessors, insurers, banks and other companies exposed to Iranian aviation.
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