Treasury Slaps Sanctions, Freezes Targets' U.S. Assets
Published Date: 9/15/2026
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Summary
On September 8, 2026, the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) blocked the property of certain people and added them to a special list that U.S. citizens can’t do business with. This means any money or property they have under U.S. control is frozen, and Americans must avoid transactions with them. These actions help keep the financial system safe and signal serious consequences for those involved.
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OFAC SDN Listings: Assets Blocked
On September 8, 2026, OFAC added one or more persons to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons (SDN) List. All property and interests in property of those persons that are subject to U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from engaging in transactions with them.
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Related Federal Register Documents
2026-20683, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just updated its sanctions list on October 5, 2026. Some people had their blocked property unlocked and were removed from the blacklist, while others had their info updated but remain blocked. These changes affect who can access money or property under U.S. rules, so watch for the latest details if you’re involved.
2026-20526, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Actions
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just updated its sanctions lists by unblocking some people and removing their names from the banned list. They also cleaned up duplicate entries and updated info on others who remain blocked. These changes affect individuals and entities tied to sanctions, with some unblocked as of July 27, 2026, meaning their assets are no longer frozen.
2026-20525, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just blocked the property of Faouzi Barika and others linked to Hamas, making it illegal for Americans to do business with them. This action, effective October 2, 2026, freezes their assets under U.S. law to stop support for terrorism. If you’re a U.S. person, watch out—any dealings with these folks are off-limits and could have serious consequences.
2026-20475, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
On October 1, 2026, the U.S. Treasury’s OFAC added new individuals and companies to its blacklist, freezing their U.S.-based assets. This means Americans can’t do business with these blocked parties, cutting off their access to U.S. money and markets. The move aims to tighten financial controls and protect U.S. interests.
2026-20425, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just blocked the property of Rafael Buenrostro Martin and others for their roles in illegal drug trade and terrorism. From September 29, 2026, Americans can’t do business with these folks, freezing their assets under U.S. law. This move aims to cut off their money flow and stop bad activities fast and firmly.
2026-20395, Notice of OFAC Sanctions Action
The U.S. Treasury’s OFAC just blocked all property linked to A7 NETWORK, a criminal group operating in Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe. This means Americans can’t do business with them anymore, effective October 1, 2026. It’s a big move to stop shady international crime and protect U.S. interests.
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