Notice of Department of State Sanctions Action
Published Date: 2/3/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. Department of State has added new people and groups to a special blacklist that freezes their U.S. assets and blocks Americans from doing business with them. This action started on August 21, 2025, and aims to stop bad actors from using U.S. resources. If you’re involved in finance or trade, watch out—these changes could affect your money and deals.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Listed Persons' U.S. Assets Blocked
On August 21, 2025, the Department of State added persons and entities to the Treasury Department's List of Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN List). The property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of those listed persons are blocked, which freezes their U.S. assets under the relevant sanctions authority.
U.S. Persons Prohibited From Dealing
The notice publishes additions to the SDN List that block U.S. persons from engaging in transactions with those listed. If you are involved in finance or trade, these listings mean Americans are prohibited from doing business with the named parties and should check OFAC guidance before transacting.
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