US Treasury

US Treasury — US government agency that enforces sanctions; Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent led expanded Iran sanctions in 2026.

2026-05-012026-11-03

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November 2026
2 NovJoy Online
… The move comes barely a week after Rwanda’s defence ministry was hit with sanctions by US Treasury for its alleged role in the armed rebellion in eastern DR Congo. …
Trump to remove Rwanda and South Africa from US trade deal
October 2026
18 OctJoy Online
… The US Treasury designated Lukoil and Rosneft under its Russia sanctions programme in October 2025. …
Fidel Amakye Owusu warns Ghana against risky new energy deals
12 OctJoy Online
… It is understood that the US Treasury is suspending sanctions on Russian diesel exports until 7 April as part of the deal, but other assets, such as those held in American banks, remain frozen. …
Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia
August 2026
25 AugJoy Online
… This came after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the new measures on Monday, warning any nation financially partnering with Iran would be isolated. …
China warns it will protect its interests after US widens sanctions against Iran
4 AugThe Chronicle
… Both Japan’s Ministry of Finance and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent have said that they will not hesitate to conduct more joint interventions in the future. …
US and Japan take action to prop up yen in rare joint move
July 2026
7 JulJoy Online
… The US Treasury had also revoked a sanctions waiver that temporarily lifted oil sanctions on Iran. …
US launches strikes on Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz
June 2026
2 JunJoy Online
… In March, the US Treasury approved a commemorative gold coin featuring Trump standing at a desk. …
Trump inserts himself into the centre of America’s 250th birthday celebrations
May 2026
20 MayJoy Online
… US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said in March the “short-term measure” was aimed at promoting “stability in global energy markets”. …
UK loosens Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
4 MayJoy Online
… The US Treasury also announced sanctions on three Iranian foreign currency exchange houses on Friday, saying they have converted oil revenue into more usable currencies. …
US threatens shipping firms with sanctions if they pay Iran tolls
1 MayJoy Online
… We’re not going to leave early and then have the problem arise in three more years.” Meanwhile, the US Treasury has issued a notice warning that any individual or company that pays Iran a “toll” for passage through the Strait of Hormuz was at risk of violating US sanctions. …
Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war

World & Region

Trump removes Rwanda, South Africa from US trade programme

The News

US President Donald Trump notified Congress of his intention to remove South Africa and Rwanda from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), a preferential trade programme allowing eligible African countries duty-free exports to the US, effective 1 January 2027. The Trump administration cited barriers to US trade and investment, national security concerns, and for Rwanda, additional concerns about human rights and political pluralism, while pointing to corruption in South Africa's case.

9 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

Trump removes Rwanda, South Africa from US trade programme
US President Donald Trump notified Congress of his intention to remove South Africa and Rwanda from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa), a preferential trade programme allowing eligible African countries duty-free exports to the US, effective 1 January 2027. The Trump administration cited barriers to US trade and investment, national security concerns, and for Rwanda, additional concerns about human rights and political pluralism, while pointing to corruption in South Africa's case.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →

Sunday 18 October

Security consultant warns Ghana against risky energy deals
Fidel Amakye Owusu, a security and geopolitics consultant, has cautioned Ghana against entering new energy agreements without assessing long-term risks, warning that large investment commitments could expose the country to challenges outweighing immediate benefits, particularly given US sanctions on Russian oil companies.
18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

Trump plans Russian diesel imports amid Iran crisis tensions
US President Trump announced plans to import 300,000 tonnes of diesel immediately from Russia, with additional shipments of 500,000 tonnes in November and further volumes later, citing lower prices for Americans. The move has drawn criticism from Republican and Democratic lawmakers who believe it violates recent US sanctions legislation, and Ukrainian President Zelensky called it a gift to Putin that invests in the ongoing war.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 25 August

China vows to protect interests amid expanded US sanctions on Iran
China's foreign ministry said it opposes US plans to widen economic sanctions against Iran and its trading partners, including Beijing, and will take "all necessary measures" to protect its rights. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the sanctions as "the single greatest financial offensive ever" against Iran and warned that any nation financially partnering with Iran would be isolated.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 4 August

US and Japan jointly intervene to support weakening yen
Japan and the US have confirmed a joint intervention last week to halt the yen's slide to a 40-year low, marking their first coordinated action since 2011. Both countries' finance officials said they will not hesitate to conduct more joint interventions in the future.
4 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 7 July

US strikes Iran after attacks on tankers in Strait of Hormuz
The US launched strikes on Iran in response to attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz over a 24-hour period, with US Central Command stating the action was to "impose heavy costs" on targeting commercial shipping. Iran has not claimed responsibility for the tanker attacks, and the US revoked a sanctions waiver on Iranian oil sales.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

Trump plans to replace musicians at U.S. 250th-birthday concert
Donald Trump instructed his representatives to explore making him the featured attraction at a planned 16-day "Great American State Fair" celebration on the National Mall, after several musical acts withdrew from or never committed to the independence anniversary concerts. Trump said he did not want "artists" who were unhappy and got paid too much, preferring instead to be surrounded by happy, successful people.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 20 May

UK eases Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise
The UK government has relaxed sanctions on Russian oil refined into diesel and jet fuel in third countries, effective Wednesday, citing growing supply concerns and rising fuel prices. The move also loosens restrictions on Russian liquefied natural gas transport, allowing imports of jet fuel from India and other refiners despite the government's stated commitment to impose severe economic pressure on Russia over its war in Ukraine.
20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 4 May

US warns shipping firms against paying Iran Strait tolls
The US Office of Foreign Assets Control has warned that shipping companies could face sanctions if they pay Iran for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, cautioning that payments could take multiple forms including cash, digital assets, or in-kind transfers. Iran, which has severely limited traffic through the strait since February, says it has begun collecting tolls from ships navigating the waterway.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 1 May

Trump claims ceasefire means no congressional approval needed for Iran conflict
President Trump told Congress that US hostilities with Iran have "terminated" due to an ongoing ceasefire, arguing he did not need lawmakers' authorisation for the conflict. Despite the ceasefire, the US and Iran have not reached a longer-term deal, though Iranian media reported a new negotiation proposal sent via Pakistan on Friday.
1 May 2026 · Joy Online →