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  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16072
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has updated the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). They have added Jesus Alfredo Beltran Guzman, also known as "Alfredito," "El Mochomito," or "Tito," because he is believed to be involved in the global illicit drug trade. As a result, any property and interests in property he has that fall under U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. citizens are generally not allowed to engage in transactions with him. This action is based on the criteria set by Executive Order 14059.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Treasury has put a person named Jesus Alfredo Beltran Guzman on a special list because they believe he is doing bad things with illegal drugs, so people in the U.S. aren't allowed to do business with him or use his stuff.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7763
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced the addition of several individuals and entities to the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). This action is based on the determination that these persons meet the legal criteria under specific Executive Orders related to harmful activities from the Russian Federation. As a result, all their property and interests within the United States are blocked, and U.S. persons are prohibited from conducting transactions with them. The listed individuals and entities are linked to Russia and China, and are involved in activities such as financial services that have been flagged as risky under U.S. sanctions regulations.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government has made a list of certain people and companies from Russia and China that Americans are not allowed to do business with because they are involved in harmful activities. This means that anything they own in the U.S. is blocked and Americans can't trade with them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 105687
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added several individuals from Uzbekistan to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. These individuals have been identified as being involved in serious human rights abuses. As a result, all their properties and interests in property within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. citizens are generally barred from conducting transactions with them. The publication of this information ensures compliance and raises awareness about these sanctions.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Treasury Department has decided that some people from Uzbekistan did bad things, so they can't use their money or things in the U.S., and people in the U.S. can't do business with them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 12936
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced that several individuals and vessels have been placed on the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). This decision is based on their determination that the legal criteria for sanctions were met. As a result, their property and interests in these properties under U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. persons are generally prohibited from conducting transactions with them. The listed vessels are associated with entities that are blocked under Executive Order 13902, emphasizing their link to Iranian interests.

    Simple Explanation

    The government decided that some people and boats did something they shouldn't have, so their stuff is now off-limits, and U.S. people can’t do business with them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 2785
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced that it has added certain individuals to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. This means that any property these individuals own that falls under U.S. jurisdiction is now blocked. Additionally, U.S. citizens are generally not allowed to conduct business or transactions with these individuals. More details and the complete list are available on OFAC's website.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government has made a list of people that other Americans should not do business with because they've been naughty. If someone in America has something that belongs to these people, they have to hold onto it and not give it back.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11581
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added a person to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. This decision was made because the person met the criteria set out in Executive Order 14059 related to global illicit drug trade sanctions. As a result, all their property and interests within U.S. jurisdiction are blocked, and U.S. citizens are generally not allowed to have financial dealings with them. The decision was issued on March 4, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government (like a big group of grown-ups who make rules) has decided one person did something wrong, so they put this person on a special 'not allowed' list. This means no one in the U.S. is supposed to give them money or buy things from them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95356
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The U.S. Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added several individuals and entities to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. These additions are based on evidence that they have engaged in, or are responsible for, serious human rights abuses. As a result, any property or financial assets they own within the U.S. jurisdiction are frozen, and U.S. citizens and companies are generally prohibited from dealing with them. OFAC's list can be accessed on their website for more details.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Treasury Department has made a list of people and companies they don’t want others in America to do business with because they did really bad things related to human rights. This means these people can't use any money or things they have in the U.S. anymore.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 8988
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has released the names of individuals placed on a list known as the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. This designation means their property and interests in property within the U.S. are blocked, and U.S. citizens are generally restricted from conducting transactions with them. The document specifically mentions Shanghai Saint Logistics Limited and describes its involvement and linkage to MAHAN AIR, which has been designated under U.S. sanctions aimed at counter-terrorism efforts. The information can be found on the OFAC website.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Treasury has named a company called Shanghai Saint Logistics Limited on a special list because they did something that the U.S. doesn't like, so now they can't do business in the U.S., and people in the U.S. can't trade with them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7765
    Reading Time:about 2 hours

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has released a notice listing individuals, companies, and vessels that have been added to the OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List (SDN List). This designation is based on various legal criteria, primarily relating to activities in the Russian Federation's energy and financial services sectors. The properties and interests of these entities, under the U.S. jurisdiction, are blocked, and American citizens and companies are generally restricted from conducting transactions with them. The notice includes detailed information, including dates, contact details, and online resources for further information on these sanctions.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government has made a list of people and boats they don't want Americans to do business with because they are breaking important rules. If someone is on this list, it means their stuff in the U.S. is kind of "frozen," and people here should stay away from them.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 16073
    Reading Time:about 8 minutes

    The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has added several individuals and vessels to its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List. This action freezes any U.S.-based property and financial assets these individuals and vessels may have, and generally bars U.S. citizens and entities from conducting business with them. Notably, Jugwinder Singh Brar and multiple vessels linked to him, as well as vessels associated with companies like GLORY INTERNATIONAL FZ-LLC and GLOBAL TANKERS PRIVATE LIMITED, are included on this list for their connection to Iran's petroleum industry. These designations are based on Executive Order 13902, which imposes sanctions on Iran's economic sectors.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government has made a list of people and ships that no one in the U.S. can do business with because they are connected to some activities in Iran. This means their U.S. belongings are frozen until further notice.