Scott Bessent

Pakistani defense company, CEO, among entities sanctioned by US over alleged support to Iran regime

The Treasury alleged that Tajammal and Cavalier Group acted as third-party intermediaries for MODAFL and that Tajammal used his contacts to assist Iran in procuring and distributing weapons.

The national flags of Pakistan and Iran flutter outside the President House in Islamabad on June 22, 2026 on the eve of Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian's visit to Pakistan amid the US-Iran peace talks.
Logan Paul (L) and Jake Paul (R) visit the Pentagon to speak with US troops, September 20, 2026.

Influencer Jake Paul calls for amended US Constitution, says civilians should be able to bear RPGs

An Airbus A310-304 aircraft of Iranian airliner Mahan Air sits on the tarmac after landing at Sanaa International Airport in the Yemeni capital on March 1, 2015; Illustrative.

Iranian airlines to be cut off from global system as US Treasury announces secondary sanctions

 The logo of VTB bank is seen on the bank's headquarters in Tehran, Iran, May 23, 2023.

Russian VTB Bank sactioned for Iran deals bypassing US sanctions, Treasury announces


New Iran-related sanctions targeting tankers issued by US Treasury Department

“With its economy in freefall and inflation in the triple digits, the regime is desperate for cash,” said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

A ship remains anchored on May 16, 2026 in the Strait of Hormuz near Larak Island, Iran; Illustrative.

Trump signature to appear on US currency, ending 165-year tradition

The first $100 bills bearing Trump's signature and those of US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will be printed in June, followed by other denominations in subsequent months.

US President Donald Trump writes his signature, as he signs executive orders and proclamations in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 9, 2025.

US has 'plenty of money' to fund war in Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says

US President Donald Trump has not yet sent a request for the Senate and House of Representatives to approve additional funding, and his administration has made clear that the number could change.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent looks on as he speaks to the media after two days of meetings with a Chinese delegation, in Paris, France March 16, 2026