Trump Sanctions Iran Again After Military Options Fail

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The Trump administration announced new sanctions against Iran on Monday, targeting five "vital" sectors in an operation called "Economic Outcast." Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the move as an "economic D-Day" aimed at isolating Tehran. The sanctions cover digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and maritime shipping. The US also pledged to accelerate prosecutions against Iran's partners, with Bessent stating the goal is to cut all revenue sources supporting the regime. While China is Iran's main oil buyer, Bessent avoided specifics on sanctioning Chinese financial institutions, only saying "no one escapes the reach of US sanctions." The measures follow failed military efforts against Tehran.


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