Treasury Hits Russian Oil Tycoon with Asset Freeze
Published Date: 1/22/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just added Yusuf Alekperov, a Russian energy sector figure, to its sanctions blacklist. This means all his U.S.-related property is frozen, and Americans can’t do business with him. The move, effective January 10, 2025, aims to tighten the squeeze on Russia’s harmful activities, especially linked to Ukraine.
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OFAC SDN Listings Block Assets
On January 10, 2025, OFAC added Yusuf Alekperov and numerous other named individuals and entities to the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of those listed are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
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