The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on one of Russia's largest banks. This action is part of a campaign to pressure Teherán. The bank, VTB, has been sanctioned before, in February 2022 and January 2025, due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and efforts to evade sanctions.

The US Department of the Treasury is now sanctioning VTB for allegedly helping Iran evade sanctions. This move aims to cut off financial support to Teherán amidst a prolonged war. Further details on the sanctions and their implications are available from the source. The administration's actions target institutions that support Iran, as part of a broader effort to exert pressure.