U.S. Targets Fraudulent Ship Registries Used by Iran’s Shadow Fleet

The U.S. has sanctioned a network accused of operating fraudulent ship registries for Iran's shadow fleet, aiming to disrupt the country's sanctions evasion.

This action targets a key enabler of Iran's illicit maritime activities, which pose a threat to international shipping and maritime security.

The U.S. also issued a new warning to the maritime industry about the risks of engaging with Iran's maritime networks.