Iran’s Sanctions-Defying Arms Marketplace Goes Crypto
Iran's state-run arms broker Mindex now accepts cryptocurrency payments for military hardware, marking one of the first documented cases of a nation-state weaponizing digital assets to circumvent sanctions. The platform offers ballistic missiles, drones, and naval systems to clients across 35 countries through a polished e-commerce interface.
The operation flaunts its disregard for international restrictions with a FAQ section addressing sanction evasion head-on. Server records confirm the platform's ties to Iranian intelligence-linked infrastructure already blacklisted by the U.S. Treasury.
This development signals a dangerous convergence of cryptocurrency adoption and geopolitical instability. As Tehran weaponizes blockchain's pseudonymous features, it creates new challenges for global financial surveillance and export controls.
