Business • Jul 02, 2025

Huawei's attempt to dismiss US sanctions case denied

Huawei is set for a major court showdown in New York after a judge refused to drop charges of racketeering and breaking US sanctions on Iran.
The company argued there wasn't enough proof, but the judge said it's too soon to decide that.
Huawei says it's not guilty, and the trial kicks off on May 4, 2026.

TL;DR

Case based on alleged misleading info to banks

The case centers on claims that Huawei misled banks about its business with Iran, possibly violating US sanctions.
This legal fight has been brewing since 2018 and also involved CFO Meng Wanzhou—she settled her part in 2021 by admitting she gave HSBC false info about Huawei's Iran ties.
Still, the bigger case against Huawei rolls on, keeping the spotlight firmly on the tech giant's troubles with US authorities.