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The move signals a return to maximum-pressure sanctions policy even during peace negotiations, contrasting with recent de-escalation trends. This reinforces a pattern where geopolitical friction increasingly drives 'digital gold' demand in emerging markets, with Iranian crypto volume already up 38% YoY as citizens hedge against currency collapse.

The US government announced threats of sanctions against shipping firms that pay tolls to Iran.