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24 August 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to unveil new economic sanctions on Iran

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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to unveil new economic sanctions on Iran

The Trump administration calls this "economic D-Day" on Iran. Iran vows to respond to fresh sanctions in a "seismic manner." (Image credit: Jacquelyn Martin)

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