US issues new Iran related sanctions; targeting 35 Iranian entities and individuals for aiding sanctions evasion

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Firms making "toll payments" to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz face "significant sanctions".

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sanctions targeting 35 Iranian entities and individuals underscore a strategic effort to curb Iran's ability to evade existing sanctions, particularly concerning the critical Strait of Hormuz. This move could restrict oil flow and elevate tensions in the region, potentially driving up oil prices as market participants assess the implications for supply stability.

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