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US Treasury warns Iranian airlines face global shutdown by September 23

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Iranian carriers will be unable to operate globally starting September 23 under new sanctions.

Close-up of digital flight information board showing arrivals and departures at an airport.
File photo Close-up of digital flight information board showing arrivals and departures at an airport. Photo: Oscar Chan

Fuel and ticket sales blocked

Bessent told CNBC that landing services and fuel supplies will stop for these airlines. He also said ticket sales would cease if the carriers attempt to fly. Operators in the dollar system could be knocked out if they continue operations.

China leader visits Washington

Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to visit the United States from September 23 to 25. The Foreign Ministry confirmed this state visit at the invitation of President Donald Trump. Discussions will cover trade, technology, artificial intelligence and broader global issues.

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