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title: U.S. Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchanges Over Terrorism Concerns
url: >-
  https://www.cryptocatalyst.news/articles/2026-06-02-us-sanctions-iranian-crypto-exchanges-over-terrorism-concerns
canonical: >-
  https://www.cryptocatalyst.news/articles/2026-06-02-us-sanctions-iranian-crypto-exchanges-over-terrorism-concerns
date: '2026-06-02T22:26:30.216296+00:00'
category: policy
tags:
  - sanctions
  - iran
  - crypto-exchanges
  - terrorism
  - us-policy
source: CoinDesk
source_url: >-
  https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/06/02/u-s-sanctions-iranian-crypto-exchanges-in-ongoing-war-against-country
publisher: CryptoCatalyst
summary: >-
  The U.S. has blacklisted four Iranian crypto exchanges, including Nobitex,
  citing links to terrorism and other crimes. This move is part of ongoing
  efforts to pressure Iran economically and disrupt illicit activities.
generated_by: automated editorial pipeline
---
# U.S. Sanctions Iranian Crypto Exchanges Over Terrorism Concerns

The U.S. has blacklisted four Iranian crypto exchanges, including Nobitex, citing links to terrorism and other crimes. This move is part of ongoing efforts to pressure Iran economically and disrupt illicit activities.

The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned four Iranian cryptocurrency exchanges, including Nobitex, along with several executives. The sanctions target entities allegedly involved in facilitating transactions for terrorist organizations and other criminal activities.

According to the announcement, the exchanges have been used to launder money and provide financial support to groups designated as terrorists by the U.S. government. The sanctions freeze any assets the exchanges hold in the U.S. and prohibit U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with them.

These sanctions are part of a broader strategy to pressure Iran economically and disrupt its ability to fund illicit activities through cryptocurrency. For everyday users, this means increased scrutiny on transactions involving Iranian exchanges and potential disruptions in services related to these platforms.

The sanctions highlight the ongoing tension between the U.S. and Iran, with cryptocurrency becoming a focal point in the economic war. Users should be aware of the potential risks and compliance requirements when dealing with crypto exchanges in sanctioned regions.

## Source

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