Middle East Tensions Spike: Iran's Revolutionary Guards Vow to Retaliate Against Israeli Actions

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a stern warning, threatening decisive retaliation if Israel continues attacks on Lebanon. The statement condemns Israeli strikes that killed civilians, including women and children, shortly after a ceasefire. A senior commander stated that targeting Lebanon's Hezbollah is equivalent to attacking Iran, with forces prepared to deliver a severe response, escalating regional tensions.

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U.S. Cracks Down: Stablecoin Issuers Face Mandatory AML and Sanctions Compliance Rules

The U.S. Treasury is proposing new rules requiring stablecoin issuers to implement robust anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance programs. The rules, drafted by FinCEN and OFAC, mandate transaction monitoring, freezing of suspicious funds, and screening for high-risk activities to align with the GENIUS Act, aiming to protect the financial system while supporting innovation.

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