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U.S. imposes 36 sanctions targeting Iran’s airlines, private carriers and cargo providers as conflict escalates

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The Treasury Department has sanctioned dozens of Iranian commercial and private airlines, along with foreign cargo service providers and other companies supporting the country’s aviation sector. The measures expand Washington’s effort to isolate Tehran and increase pressure for negotiations as the Middle East conflict enters its seventh month.

Discovered 2026-09-08T07:50:22.403757-07:00 | 2026-09-08T07:50:22.403757-07:00

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  • The U.S. designated 36 entities across Iran’s aviation sector, including more than two dozen airlines and private carriers, extending sanctions to remaining parts of the industry.
  • Foreign cargo providers and other companies supporting Iranian aviation were also targeted, increasing compliance exposure for international firms conducting aviation-related business with Tehran.
  • The measures are part of a broader effort to isolate Iran amid an escalating conflict and pressure its government toward negotiations.

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