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US sanctions Dubai crypto exchange for aiding Iran's IRGC, following a Reuters report

The US has sanctioned a Dubai-based crypto exchange for allegedly aiding Iran's IRGC, following a Reuters report.

By · Published August 11, 2026  00:56 UTC · Updated August 12, 2026  22:27 UTC

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The United States imposed sanctions on a Dubai-based crypto exchange, accusing it of aiding Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The sanctions followed a report detailing the exchange's alleged role in facilitating Iran's illicit economy.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 9 distinct news outlets with 10 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 8.
  • Primary Driver: The US has sanctioned a Dubai-based crypto exchange for allegedly aiding Iran's IRGC, following a Reuters report.
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The exchange, Shelbit, was accused of facilitating financial transactions for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The US Treasury issued fresh sanctions targeting entities and individuals linked to Iran. According to TRM Labs, Shelbit handled $6.3 billion in transactions, serving as a settlement layer for Iran's illicit economy. The Times of India and CoinDesk noted that Shelbit and another exchange, Aban Tether, were specifically targeted.

CBS News and Bloomberg.com expanded on the sanctions, stating that the US is targeting Iran's broader banking system and associated companies. There is no contradiction between outlets. The Indian Express and sovanews.tv noted that Shelbit was founded in Georgia. The Times of India and CoinDesk noted that Shelbit and Aban Tether were specifically targeted.

The US Treasury has issued sanctions against Shelbit and Aban Tether. The exchanges are accused of aiding Iran's IRGC and facilitating illicit financial transactions. The exact impact of these sanctions on Iran's economy and the crypto exchanges remains to be seen.

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Which crypto exchanges were sanctioned by the US?

The US sanctioned Shelbit and Aban Tether.

What is the alleged connection between the sanctioned exchanges and Iran?

The exchanges are accused of aiding Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and facilitating illicit financial transactions.

What is the reported value of transactions handled by Shelbit?

According to TRM Labs, Shelbit handled $6.3 billion in transactions.

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