What is the difference if the money was transferred to a Swiss bank and a bank in the Netherlands (under sanctions) or the money was transferred directly from the US ( under sanctions) ...that still exist by the way. The difference is "it was done through a back door, under secrecy and not revealed until after it was already done" What is the point of having sanctions if they are not upheld? It comes down to the government will do what ever it wants, when it wants, behind your back despite the sanctions on any country. Makes you feel all warm and fuzzy, doesn't it?