US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China as part of Economic Fury
🔴 Tension RisingThe Jerusalem Post2026-05-12
The US announced sanctions targeting Iran's oil shipments to China, aiming to disrupt the IRGC's financial mechanisms and curb funding for weapons programs and regional proxies. This move precedes a meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping, intended to address the Strait of Hormuz situation. The Treasury Department highlighted ongoing efforts to limit Iran's access to financial networks.