Pakistan Reels Under US Sanctions: 26 Entities Blacklisted for Supporting Weapons Programs in Iran, China, and Pakistan

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By Ashish Dangwal – October 23, 2024The U.S. government has imposed sweeping sanctions, blacklisting 26 entities for allegedly assisting the development of weapons programs in Iran, Pakistan, and China. The sanctions are part of a broader strategy to curb global proliferation networks aiding adversarial military ambitions.

Among the sanctioned entities, six linked to China were identified for acquiring U.S.-origin technology crucial for China’s military modernization.

The U.S. cited these companies for obstructing compliance measures during end-use inspections and funneling restricted technology to Iran’s weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and UAV programs.One high-profile entity, Beijing Moreget Creative Technology, was accused of sourcing aviation simulation systems to bolster China’s defense capabilities.

The crackdown aligns with Washington’s growing concerns over dual-use technology being exploited for military applications across hostile nations.Drone Warfare Evolution:On another front, Russia announced its first successful interception of a UAV using a missile-equipped helicopter, marking a milestone in modern drone warfare and setting the stage for intensified drone-versus-drone combat in future conflicts.Nuclear Resilience Testing in China:Adding to regional tensions, Chinese scientists recently conducted an experimental simulation of a nuclear strike to test the durability of Beijing’s critical communication infrastructure.

The experiment underscores China’s increasing focus on preparing for extreme contingencies, reflecting heightened geopolitical risks in the Indo-Pacific region.

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