US Treasury Secretary Announces Upcoming Sanctions on Iranian Banks

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the U.S. plans to impose sanctions on an Iranian bank this week, with another expected next week. This action, announced at the G20 finance leaders event, is part of an ongoing economic pressure campaign against Iran. The U.S. is also considering targeting airline leasing companies and entities linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, signaling a continued escalation of financial restrictions.