US sanctions individuals, entities over alleged efforts to supply Iran with air defense systems
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on individuals and entities in Belarus, Nigeria, Russia, India, and Turkey for allegedly facilitating the supply of air defense systems to Iran. These actions are part of a broader strategy to disrupt Iran's military procurement networks.
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Demonstrates the use of economic sanctions as a tool of foreign policy to curb military proliferation and regional instability.
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facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY The US on Wednesday sanctioned two individuals and one entity accused of helping Iran obtain man-portable air-defence systems (MANPADS).
The State Department said the designations "close off more of the channels Tehran uses to try to rebuild its arsenal and raise the risk for third-country brokers and suppliers."
The department identified the targets as Mohammed Ali Tolibov, the CEO of Belarus-based Armoury Alliance; Nigeria-based Vanguard Tactical Supply Limited; and Russia-based Alisher Domullodzhanov.
The department alleged that the network sought to facilitate the procurement of Chinese-origin MANPADS for Iran, including through the use of false end-users.
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