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Iran Uses Secret Global Network to Evade US Blockade and Sanctions: Report
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What Happened?
A Reuters investigation reveals that Iran has established a secret network of military agencies to import over $2 billion in military hardware since January 2025, circumventing US sanctions. This network, linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, operates under the guise of the Ministry of Defense.
Key points
- Iran's secret military network has imported over $2 billion in hardware since January 2025.
- The network includes more than 5,000 agencies linked to the Ministry of Defense.
- Key materials imported include rocket propellants, explosives, and heavy-duty trucks.
- The agencies operate under the same Tehran address as Iran's Ministry of Defense.
- Many imports are marked as military equipment and exempt from duty.
Key insights
- The network's operations indicate a significant military procurement capability despite sanctions.
- Iran's ability to import military hardware may prolong its military engagements in the region.
- The findings could prompt further scrutiny and potential sanctions from Western nations.
Why it matters
This report highlights how Iran is circumventing international sanctions to bolster its military capabilities.
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India Today
