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Politics · Middle EastUS Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchange BitBank for Bitcoin Transfers to IRGC
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned the Iranian cryptocurrency exchange BitBank, alleging it facilitated the transfer of hundreds of millions of dollars in Bitcoin to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The transfers were reportedly linked to payments for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastOil tanker EL GAIA explodes after mine collision in Strait of Hormuz
An oil tanker exploded and caught fire in the Strait of Hormuz after colliding with mines, according to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The tanker was reportedly attempting to cross a prohibited zone. Thirteen crew members were rescued, and one remains missing.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS strikes Iran after IRGC attacks on US bases in Gulf states
US Central Command announced strikes on Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps targets on 1 September 2026 after IRGC attacks on US military facilities in Kuwait, UAE, Jordan, Bahrain and Iraq. Trump said the campaign would not last long but warned Iran against rebuilding radar and missile systems.
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PoliticsUS Sanctions Tech Collective Linked to Antifa, Hamas
The U.S. State Department has sanctioned the Italy-based Autistici/Inventati collective, known as the A/I Collective, designating it a Specially Designated Global Terrorist. The group provided digital infrastructure to violent far-left organizations, including Rose City Antifa, and groups linked to Hamas, Iran's IRGC, and Hezbollah.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS offers $10 million for intel on five IRGC leaders
The US State Department's Rewards for Justice program is offering up to $10 million for information on five senior leaders of Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps. The individuals are accused of involvement in attacks on American personnel and major cyber operations.
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Trump demands Iran surrender as US-Iran deal expires without extension
The 60-day US-Iran memorandum of understanding expired on 17 August 2026 with no extension announced. Donald Trump called on Iran to "put up the white flag of surrender" and threatened to bomb Oman if it interfered with reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Iran denied a direct backchannel with the IRGC.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran used US-Iran truce to expand missile and drone production, reports say
Iran exploited the June 17 US-Iran memorandum of understanding to accelerate missile and drone production, appoint hardline commanders, and deploy forces near the Red Sea, according to reports in the Wall Street Journal and Iranian state media. The truce expired on 17 August 2026 with no renewal announced.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran signals shift to offensive military doctrine, IRGC commander says
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced a shift from a defensive to an offensive military doctrine, with a senior commander stating the country may adopt 'transformative approaches' to neutralise threats. The move follows a 60-day ceasefire memorandum with the US, which Iran reportedly used to prepare for wider conflict.
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Politics · Middle EastUS removes Fly Baghdad from sanctions list, keeps owner blacklisted
The US Treasury lifted sanctions on Fly Baghdad airline and two of its aircraft on 4 August 2026, after the company demonstrated major operational changes. Sanctions remain in place against its previously identified owner, Basheer Abdulkadhim Alwan al-Shabbani, over alleged links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
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Politics · Middle EastKhamenei issues ultimatum to Iran’s Pezeshkian as US tensions rise
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly issued a final ultimatum to President Masoud Pezeshkian, sidelining his political leverage and endorsing an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander. Reports diverge on whether the move is tied to escalating tensions with the US and Israel.
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