U.S. Sanctions Two Turkey-Based Firms Over Hezbollah Links
On February 10, 2026, the U.S. Treasury Department (OFAC) added two Istanbul-based companies to its sanctions list. These firms are accused of facilitating a complex “commodities-for-cash” scheme to generate revenue for Hezbollah. The Turkish Entities Involved: Platinum Group International Dış Ticaret Ltd. Şti.: Registered in Istanbul in 2024, this trading firm is accused of helping […]
EU Targets Georgian Port in New Sanctions Proposal
The European Union is weighing sanctions against the Kulevi oil terminal in Georgia as part of its 20th sanctions package against Russia. The move aims to crack down on the evasion of existing restrictions on Russian oil. The European Commission claims the port has been receiving Russian oil via “shadow fleet” vessels using high-risk and […]