US Imposes Sweeping New Sanctions on Iran Amid Ongoing Protests and Economic Crisis
TEHRAN, Sketsa.id – As Iran grapples with domestic unrest and a worsening economy, the United States has escalated its economic pressure campaign by imposing a new, comprehensive set of sanctions. Announced on Thursday, January 15, 2026, the sanctions target senior Iranian security officials accused of violently suppressing nationwide protests and a vast clandestine financial network alleged […]
Iran’s State Arms Exporter Proposes Crypto and Barter Payments Amidst Sanctions
TEHRAN, Sketsa.id – In a significant move reflecting the pressures of international sanctions, Iran’s state-run defense export center has signaled its readiness to negotiate arms contracts with payments made in digital currencies. This development, reported by the Financial Times, offers a window into how nations under extensive economic restrictions are adapting their financial strategies. The center, known […]