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STANDARD ECONOMIC UNVERIFIED

Iran Utilizes Shadow Networks to Circumvent US Sanctions

Sep 03, 2026 06:59 AM CT Tehran, Iran sanctions evasion, economic warfare, shadow networks, Iran, US sanctions

Summary

Iran continues to employ complex shadow networks and designated business entities to evade US economic sanctions. This development highlights the resilience of Iran's economic warfare capabilities and its ability to sustain operations despite international pressure, maintaining the financial infrastructure necessary for its regional proxy activities.

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To circumvent US sanctions, Iran has spent decades building a complex network of businesspeople and companies. A billionaire once sentenced to death is now back at its center.

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T2 Deutsche Welle
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Actor Responses

Iran NEUTRAL

Built and utilizes a complex network of businesspeople and companies to circumvent US sanctions.

United States NEUTRAL

Imposed sanctions that Iran is actively working to evade through shadow networks.

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