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Gavin Finch

The Times of Israel

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Illicit Iranian gambling network helped pull off a $4 billion sanctions dodge

Illicit Iranian gambling network helped pull off a $4 billion sanctions dodge

Gambling is banned in Islamic Republic, but Revolutionary Guards commandeered country’s largest betting websites to move money, including during...

yesterday 30

The Times of Israel

Gavin Finch

Iran’s largest crypto exchange enables IRGC to move millions despite sanctions

Brothers who founded Nobitex in 2018 hid ties to powerful family that has advised and married into Khamenei and Khomeini clans; firm denies receiving...

01.05.2026 60

The Times of Israel

Gavin finch

‘Complete gamechanger’: Iran close to buying supersonic anti‑ship missiles from China

Deal for purchase of CM‑302 missiles, with range of 180 miles, is nearing completion, though delivery date and quantity unclear; expert says they...

24.02.2026 150

The Times of Israel

Gavin Finch