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VisitIranian Oil Tycoon Hossein Shamkhani, Key in Arms Sales to Russia, U.S. Officials Say
Dec 24, 2024, 09:26 AM
An Iranian oil tycoon known as 'Hector', identified as Hossein Shamkhani, has emerged as a significant figure in the supply of Iranian arms to Russia. According to U.S. officials and sources familiar with his dealings, Shamkhani has quietly integrated himself into the Western financial system while facilitating arms sales to Russia. His operations reportedly involve a network of companies that play a crucial role in these transactions. The information has been corroborated by statements from over a dozen U.S. and European officials.
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