Published on, Sept. 20 -- September 20, 2025 1:50 PM

The United States has revoked the sanctions waiver for Iran's Chabahar Port, a strategic project India has been developing as a vital trade link to Afghanistan and Central Asia. The waiver, originally granted in 2018 under the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act (IFCA) to support Afghanistan's reconstruction, will officially end on September 29. Washington's decision is part of its maximum-pressure strategy to further isolate Tehran over its suspected nuclear activities and regional policies, significantly reshaping regional trade dynamics.

In a statement, the U.S. Department of State warned that once the revocation takes effect, any individuals or entities operating Chabahar P...