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The U.S. Treasury Department announced sanctions on individuals and entities accused of exploiting Iraq's oil sector to benefit Iran and its proxy militias.

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May 8, 2026
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  • Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control press release explicitly states that sanctions were imposed on individuals and businesses exploiting Iraq's oil sector to increase pressure on Iran and its proxy militias, matching the claim.
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The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control press release explicitly states that sanctions were imposed on individuals and businesses exploiting Iraq's oil sector to increase pressure on Iran and its proxy militias, matching the claim.

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