US Locks Out Russian, Iranian Weapons Helpers from Government Contracts
Published Date: 8/4/2026
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Summary
Starting July 24, 2026, the U.S. is putting the brakes on certain foreign people and companies from Russia, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Iran who helped spread dangerous tech linked to weapons. These folks are now banned from getting U.S. government contracts, making it harder for them to do business with the U.S. This move aims to stop the spread of weapons of mass destruction and keep everyone safer.
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