US sanctions on Iran target military and oil trade, drawing Tehran's warning

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The United States imposed sanctions on nearly 60 Iran-linked entities and individuals, targeting military operations and oil trade, while Tehran warned the coercive approach could complicate diplomacy. The sanctions, announced under "Operation Economic Outcast," target oil shipments, procurement networks, and senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps figures, including commander Ahmad Vahidi, with rewards of up to USD 10 million offered for information. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged Washington to change its approach, while Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir visited Tehran for talks, emphasizing diplomatic engagement amid heightened regional tensions.


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