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The executive department of the US federal government responsible for promoting economic prosperity and ensuring the financial security of the United States, including the administration of international sanctions.

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The United States Department of the Treasury plays a critical role in Israel's security architecture through its control over the global financial system and the enforcement of economic sanctions. For the Zioneer Intelligence Desk, the Treasury is a primary actor in the 'maximum pressure' campaigns against the Iranian regime and its regional proxies, including Hezbollah and Hamas. By designating individuals, shipping networks, and front companies, the Treasury restricts the flow of capital used to fund terrorism and ballistic missile development.

Recently, the Treasury has become a focal point for shifts in US-Iran policy. Under Treasury Secretary Bessent, the department has issued temporary general licenses—such as a 60-day waiver for Iranian oil sales—that signal broader diplomatic understandings between Washington and Tehran. These moves are closely monitored in Jerusalem, as they directly impact the Iranian regime's available hard currency and its ability to sustain regional aggression. Beyond sanctions, the Treasury coordinates with Israeli financial authorities to combat money laundering and terror financing, maintaining the integrity of the bilateral economic relationship. While often viewed through a purely economic lens, the Treasury's decisions on waivers and enforcement levels serve as a leading indicator of US strategic priorities in the Middle East.

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