Treasury Slaps Sanctions on New Batch of Blocked Persons
Published Date: 11/24/2025
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Summary
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just blocked the property of Cristian Diana and others linked to illegal drug activities, making it illegal for Americans to do business with them. These sanctions took effect on November 19, 2025, freezing any U.S.-based assets they have. This move aims to cut off money and support for global drug trade leaders and their companies.
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U.S. asset freeze and transaction ban
On November 19, 2025, OFAC added Cristian Diana and multiple other named individuals and companies to the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. All property and interests in property subject to U.S. jurisdiction of these persons are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them, meaning Americans cannot do business with them and any U.S.-based assets are frozen.
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