Iran accepts cryptocurrency payments for advanced weapons orders.
TL;DR
Iran's defense export center Mindex now accepts cryptocurrency, barter, or rials for advanced weapons like missiles and drones, citing no issues with sanctions evasion in contracts.
[Iran Accepts Cryptocurrency Payments for Advanced Weapons Orders] According to Mars Finance, Mindex, the export center of Iran's Ministry of Defense, stated in official documents and payment terms that it is prepared to negotiate military contracts allowing foreign governments to pay using cryptocurrency, barter trade, or Iranian rials. Mindex, the agency responsible for Iran's overseas defense sales, lists advanced weapons for export, including Emad ballistic missiles, Shahed drones, Soleimani-class warships, and short-range air defense systems. Regarding sanctions risks, Mindex stated in its official platform's FAQ that, given Iran's policies to circumvent sanctions, there are no issues with fulfilling contracts and ensuring products reach their destinations.