US Hits Iranian Aviation Networks with New Sanctions

The Treasury Department focused its latest round of penalties on Mahan Air, a carrier already under existing U.S. and European Union restrictions. Officials allege the airline serves as a primary hub for covert operations, utilizing deceptive shipping lanes and foreign intermediaries to source American aircraft and sensitive technology. By targeting these specific procurement channels, Washington aims to degrade Iran’s ability to maintain its fleet while disrupting broader economic strategies, including maritime blockades and restricted oil exports.

Financial institutions are now under direct orders to identify and flag networks supporting these aviation efforts. The Treasury’s strategic alert forces banks to scrutinize transactions that may be linked to the acquisition of restricted parts, effectively tightening the financial squeeze on Tehran’s logistics sector. This move signals a shift toward dismantling the secondary infrastructure that allows Iranian state-linked industries to operate despite long-standing international isolation.