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U.S. Treasury Freezes $130 Million Iran-Linked IRGC Crypto Wallet, Tracks Ayatollah’s Assets

Bitcoin Magazine·July 21, 2026·1 min read
U.S. Treasury Freezes $130 Million Iran-Linked IRGC Crypto Wallet, Tracks Ayatollah’s Assets

The U.S. Treasury froze a $130 million crypto wallet linked to Iran's IRGC, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced. The action is part of a broader effort to track and seize assets tied to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and increase economic pressure on Tehran.

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