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Iran Remains Blacklisted by FATF Amid Financial Isolation

2/15/2026

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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) renewed Iran's blacklisting on the global sanctions list that also includes North Korea and Myanmar.
The renewal follows concerns over money laundering and terrorism financing.
The renewed blacklist has increased Iran's isolation from financial markets and complicated international transactions for its banks and citizens.
Hardliners in Iran oppose FATF compliance because they fear it would hinder support for armed groups and sanctions evasion.

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The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) renewed Iran's blacklisting on the global sanctions list that also includes North Korea and Myanmar.
The renewal follows concerns over money laundering and terrorism financing.
The renewed blacklist has increased Iran's isolation from financial markets and complicated international transactions for its banks and citizens.
Hardliners in Iran oppose FATF compliance because they fear it would hinder support for armed groups and sanctions evasion.