Massachusetts engineer convicted for illegal exports to Iran
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Boston — A jury found Mahdi Mohammad Sadeghi guilty Monday of conspiring to unlawfully export electronic components to Iran in violation of U.S. sanctions. The 43-year-old former Analog Devices engineer was convicted on three of five counts after trial evidence alleged use of a Swiss front company and links to an Iranian firm tied to the Revolutionary Guard.
The conviction, announced this week, leaves Sadeghi free pending sentencing scheduled for October 13, 2026; he lost his job amid the charges and is a father of two. Prosecutors cited alleged transfers that could support Iran's drone navigation program, and authorities noted a second named defendant is believed to be in Iran after an apparent prisoner swap.
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Timeline
- 1. Investigation into alleged export scheme and Swiss front company precedes charges.
- 2. Prosecutors file charges alleging unlawful exports to an Iranian firm tied to the IRGC.
- 3. Trial is held in federal court; jury deliberates for four days.
- 4. July 13, 2026: Jury convicts Sadeghi on three of five counts.
- 5. Defendant remains free; sentencing scheduled for October 13, 2026.
Why it matters
This case highlights the importance of U.S. sanctions against Iran. These laws aim to protect national security. If you work in tech or engineering, it's a reminder to stay informed about export controls. Ignorance of the law could cost your job, or worse.
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