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US blacklists VTB under Iran sanctions program
TASS English·US · RU · IR·1 day ago
The Central Bank of the Russian Federation reported that financial flows in August increased by 2.6% compared to the Q2 2026 average, recovering from a July decline. The data suggests a rebound in financial activity, though the underlying drivers and sustainability remain unclear. This matters as it may signal improving domestic financial conditions amid ongoing sanctions and economic pressures.