Bessent warns of dollar-system ban for countries servicing Iranian airlines
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's warning that countries servicing Iranian airlines could be cut off from the dollar system signals tighter sanctions enforcement starting Sep 23. The extraterritorial nature raises compliance and payment-system risk for airlines, fuel suppliers, and jurisdictions exposed to Iran-linked aviation flows. Near term, it may support USD demand via risk-off positioning and elevate geopolitical risk premia across global markets.
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Iranian airlines will be effectively barred from operating internationally starting Sept. 23, warning that any country or company that continues to service them could lose access to the US dollar system.
"If they land, you cannot provide them with fuel, you cannot provide them with landing services, you cannot sell them tickets, or you will be knocked out of the dollar system," Bessent said.
The threat appears to be gaining traction. Turkey is reported to be moving toward halting acceptance of Iranian airlines.
The start date is notable because Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to address the UN General Assembly in New York on Sept. 23, the same day the measures are set to take effect.
