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FinCEN Files: UAE central bank failed to prevent sanctions evasion

The bank failed to act on warnings about a local firm which was helping Iran, leaked documents show.


September 20, 2020 0

FinCEN Files: Sanctioned Putin associate ‘laundered millions’ through Barclays

The account was used to avoid US financial restrictions, a leak of bank documents suggest.


September 20, 2020 0

Iran vows ‘crushing response to US bullying’ after sanctions announcement

President Rouhani says the US is alone in trying to reimpose UN sanctions as nations reject the move.


September 20, 2020 0

Egypt tomb: Sarcophagi buried for 2,500 years unearthed in Saqqara

The 27 wooden coffins are said to have lain undisturbed inside a well at an ancient necropolis.


September 20, 2020 0

WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.


September 20, 2020 0