Donald Trump announced on Truth Social he is calling off planned military strikes against Iran, but only if Tehran agrees promptly to specific demands. The key conditions include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran’s nuclear program. The Strait of Hormuz is critical, as nearly 20% of the world's oil supply passes through it every day.
The announcement comes after months of escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Since 2025, relations have deteriorated sharply, with Iran increasingly using digital assets to bypass US sanctions. This week, US authorities froze $344 million in Iran-linked cryptocurrency holdings, demonstrating the growing use of digital currencies in sanction evasion. On June 2, 2026, the US Treasury also sanctioned Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, for facilitating access to global crypto markets despite sanctions.
This dual approach, combining diplomatic pressure with aggressive regulatory actions against crypto infrastructure, highlights how Washington is adapting to new loopholes in its sanctions enforcement toolkit. The move shows the risk for crypto platforms and users involved in sanctioned networks.
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