What Trump’s New Iran Sanctions Strategy Means For China And Tehran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced sanctions against more than 60 Iran-linked targets while expanding the potential reach of secondary sanctions.
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The Confession In The Escalation: If Iran Is Beaten And Hormuz Is Ours, Why The ‘Unprecedented’ Sanctions?
That argument stands. But there is a simpler problem sitting on top of it, and it lives inside the administration’s own words.
Two US Tanker Aircraft Leave Bulgaria Amid Iran Tensions
The planes had arrived at Bezmer Air Base in July after Bulgaria's parliament approved their deployment to support U.S. military operations in the Middle East.
Trump Administration Threatens Sanctions On Countries Trading With Iran
Iranian officials have warned that countries participating in the U.S. economic campaign could be considered parties to an “act of war” and threatened to halt oil exports through the Persian Gulf.
What Is Trump’s New Financial Offensive Against Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the new campaign would target Iran’s economic lifelines and countries or entities helping Tehran move petroleum and finances.
Iran Claims Military Production Survived Heavy Strikes
The claims contrast sharply with U.S. assessments
Hundreds Of Millions Of Barrels Move Through Contested Hormuz
Navy Captain Tim Hawkins said American forces have helped roughly 1,300 commercial vessels navigate the strategic waterway during that period
Why Are Oil Prices Rising As U.S. Pressure On Iran Intensifies
Brent crude and U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures edged lower during Friday trading, but Brent was still headed for a monthly increase of nearly 6%
Bessent Signals Tougher U.S. Sanctions Could Keep Iran War From Expanding
His comments followed Trump’s warning that countries providing economic support to Tehran could face severe U.S. penalties.
Trump Warns Iran’s Backers Of ‘Tremendous’ Economic Consequences
Trump said the United States would target oil smuggling, currency transfers, cash networks, ship registries and front companies
Netanyahu’s Réprise Of The ‘Iraq WMD Deceit’ – Re-launched To Promote War On Iran
Hegseth, it seems, is now in the dog-house, whilst Treasury Secretary Bessent’s star is ascendent.
The Rabbi Was Right
Israel has many excellent qualities, notably its medical, military and scientific capabilities. Its violent settler movements are not among them.
USS George Washington Set To Relieve USS Lincoln After Nine-Month Deployment
The Navy said the carrier recorded its 200,000th aircraft landing during the operations.
Iran Considers U.S. Military Targets In Europe, Report Says
The development comes as diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran remain stalled
Two Missiles Fired From Iran Toward UAE Land In Waters Off Coast
Residents were instructed by phone alert to seek safety in the nearest secure building as officials assessed the potential threat.
Trump’s Iran Strategy Puts New Pressure On US Alliances
Axios reported that the Pentagon is also surveying NATO members about their support for Trump’s foreign policy, military operations, access and weapons purchases