US Targets China-Iran Oil Trade with Massive Sanctions in Washington -

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The United States has recently enacted significant sanctions targeting approximately 100 individuals, companies, and vessels involved in facilitating Iran’s oil and petrochemical exports. This decisive action aims to curb illegal trade practices and limit Iran’s oil revenue, which is critical for its economic and strategic activities.

Key Chinese Targets

Shandong Jincheng Petrochemical
Rizhao Shihua Crude Oil Terminal

In addition to these companies, several tankers have also been sanctioned for their roles in transporting Iranian oil. These include:

Purpose and Impact of Sanctions

The US government clarified that these sanctions are part of a broader effort to uphold international laws and restrict Iran’s capability to use oil exports to support activities that run contrary to US interests. This crackdown further underscores ongoing tensions between the US and countries involved in supporting Iran’s oil trade.

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The sanctions will result in freezing assets under US jurisdiction and prohibit US persons from conducting transactions with the sanctioned entities. Analysts warn that this move could have noticeable impacts on global oil markets and increase pressure on China’s strategies for oil imports.

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