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Watch live: Bessent unveils ‘economic D-day’ sanctions on Iran

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday afternoon will unveil new sanctions on Iran, escalating the Trump administration’s pressure on the Islamic Republic to negotiate a deal to end the conflict and fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump warned last week that Iran

🔴 Mideast live: US unveils fresh sanctions to 'sever every economic lifeline' sustaining Iran

Iran war live: US slaps new sanctions on Iran, warns Tehran trade partners

US tells countries to choose between Washington and Tehran, warns Iran's trade partners they will face consequences.

WATCH LIVE: Bessent expected to announce new round of Iran sanctions

Iran's currency hit a record low Monday as Washington prepared to announce new sanctions it said would add further pressure on an economy already battered by previous sanctions and a U.S. naval blockade.

Stock Market Today (Aug. 24, 2026): Nasdaq slides on Iran sanctions, U.S.-Canada tariff threats

US unveils expanded sanctions aimed at Iran's 'economic asphyxiation'

The US on Monday announced an expansion of secondary sanctions it hopes will "sever every economic lifeline" ​that sustains ‌Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said at a press conference. The expanded sanctions target Iran's digital assets, technology, gold, aviation and ship

Bessent’s ‘D-Day’ sanctions against Iran would deepen tensions with China

Any effort to truly choke off the regime's remaining revenue streams would be extremely difficult without targeting Chinese companies.

WATCH: Bessent announces new round of Iran sanctions

Iran's currency hit a record low Monday as Washington prepared to announce new sanctions it said would add further pressure on an economy already battered by previous sanctions and a U.S. naval blockade.

AI trade In focus, Iran sanctions loom - What’s moving markets - Investing.com

AI trade In focus, Iran sanctions loom - What’s moving markets Investing.com Wall Street futures under pressure ahead of Bessent briefing, Nvidia earnings Investing.com Nvidia, Jackson Hole Will Hit an Options Market Stuck in a Rut Bloomberg Stocks Set to Open Lower as Chipmakers

‘We know this movie’: Iran mocks latest US sanctions

Abbas Araghchi said new US sanctions, likely to be unveiled Monday, are like watching the 'same movie on repeat'.

Iran condemns U.S. plans to announce new sanctions

The secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, told state television that Tehran would target the interests of countries helping the United States.

Iran’s government signals fuel price hike on eve of new US sanctions

Prices for food and other items are soaring, and there is a history of unrest, so any increase is being considered.

FIFA sanctions Argentina over brawl at World Cup final game

Argentina’s defeat in the football World Cup final defeat has come with a costly post-match hangover. FIFA has imposed a ban on Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes and a hefty fine for sparking a brawl after his side's loss to Spain. His teammate Nahuel Molina has been similarly

Iran says any country cooperating with new US sanctions will be ‘considered an enemy’ - The Times of Israel

Iran says any country cooperating with new US sanctions will be ‘considered an enemy’ The Times of Israel Ahead of tough new U.S. sanctions, Iran criticizes 'extraterritorial sovereignty' CNBC August 22, 2026 — Iran military leader vows Tehran ‘will not submit’ as US plans econom

Iran vows to retaliate after U.S. widens sanctions

The Treasury Department announced new sanctions on 60 individuals, entities ‌and vessels, but the list did not include any of the Chinese financial institutions suspected of facilitating Iran’s oil trade.

Iran vows to retaliate against countries that cooperate with fresh US sanctions

Test of US rhetoric will rest on whether nations such as India, China and Russia view economic threats as credible Tehran has vowed to retaliate against any country that cooperates with the US attempt to impose fresh sanctions against Iran in what the Treasury secretary, Scott Be

US sanctions 'unlikely to get Tehran to bow down' despite effect on population

Iran has warned that Tehran would respond harshly to expanded U.S. sanctions, including measures against countries it sees as cooperating with Washington. The expanded sanctions come after weeks of impasse. The United States has not dislodged Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz,

Iran predicts ‘another defeat’ for US after Washington's new sanctions

Iranian Economy Minister Ali Madanizadeh on Monday warned of "another defeat" for the US after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced expanded sanctions against Tehran. Madanizadeh said Iran had a "two-year plan" to counter the new sanctions and dismissed Bessent's stated eff

What could new US sanctions on Iran entail?

The US says it is preparing to announce new sanctions on Iran. It's been billed an economic D-day and is expected to add further pressure on the country's economy that's already been battered from previous sanctions and a US naval blockade. The renewed economic pressure would not

Iran’s rial drops to record low as U.S. readies more sanctions

Iran ’s currency hit a record low on Monday as Washington prepared to announce new sanctions it said would put more pressure on an economy already battered by previous sanctions and a U.S. naval blockade. The rial dropped to 2.02 million to the U.S. dollar as trading opened on cu

Trump admin unveils anti-Iran global sanctions plan, signals China not exempt

The Trump administration unveiled a plan to isolate Iran's economy by threatening to impose secondary sanctions on the Islamic Republic's "enablers."

US sanctions more Cuban companies and officials

An international socialist institute and Cuba's construction ministry are subject to the latest US sanctions, Marco Rubio announces.

Bessent unveils sanctions designed to cripple Iran

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Monday that the U.S. will impose punishing sanctions on countries and entities that do business with Iran — an attempt to bring the country to heel absent renewed military strikes. Why it matters: The plan, which Bessent dubbed "Opera

Video: Iran reacts to US ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions

Iran’s Minister of Economy Ali Madani-Zadeh has responded to the US announcement of a new economic pressure campaign.

How US sanctions on Iran ripple through global markets and consumers

New sanctions hit Iran's aviation, tech, and shipping sectors, amplifying pressure on global markets and energy prices.

International Criminal Court: New US sanctions ‘a flagrant attack’ against its independence

The International Criminal Court (ICC) on Wednesday responded to a new round of US sanctions targeting its president and a senior prosecutor, calling them “a flagrant attack” against the court.

Iran War Updates: U.S. unveils new sanctions after Trump threatened "economic D-Day" - CBS News

Iran War Updates: U.S. unveils new sanctions after Trump threatened "economic D-Day" CBS News Trump’s Attempt to Strangle Iran’s Economy Depends on China’s Cooperation The New York Times US Expands Sanctions on Oil Mogul’s Network in Iran Crackdown Bloomberg.com Bessent Launches

A look at the new U.S. sanctions on Iran and threats against its trading partners

The U.S. launched what the Trump administration calls "Operation Economic Outcast" against Iran. It includes threats to increase sanctions on Iran's trading partners. The pressure comes as the administration indicates it is trying to avoid returning to war, but cannot overcome Ir

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveils new U.S. economic sanctions to isolate Iran

The Trump administration calls this an "economic D-Day" on Iran. Iran vows to respond to fresh sanctions in a "seismic manner."

Bessent’s sweeping sanctions against Iran send oil prices to their biggest drop in 3 weeks, while fueling hopes of de-escalation

What matters more for oil prices is how hard U.S. sanctions hit China, Iran’s biggest oil buyer, and whether Beijing pushes back.

U.S. widens sanctions on Iran but withholds more punishing options

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said other countries would need to sever business ties with Iran or risk being forced out of the dollar-based financial system.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to unveil new economic sanctions on Iran - NPR

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to unveil new economic sanctions on Iran NPR Scott Bessent: an economic D-Day is coming for Iran Financial Times Bessent unveils sanctions designed to cripple Iran Axios Scott Bessent to unveil unprecedented sanctions against Iran's economy Fox Ne

Trump Live Updates: U.S. to Announce Iran Sanctions; Trump Issues New Canada Tariff Threat - The New York Times

Trump Live Updates: U.S. to Announce Iran Sanctions; Trump Issues New Canada Tariff Threat The New York Times Opinion | Canada Said No to America. It Will Reverberate Far Beyond Its Borders. The New York Times What to know about Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods and rising tensio

Oil slips ahead of US announcement of new sanctions on Iran

US to unveil new Iran sanctions, says war entering 'endgame'

In what Donald Trump has called "economic D-Day," the US says the new economic sanctions will be "the single greatest financial offensive ever marshaled." Tehran says any support of the measures is an "act of war."

Iran’s rial currency hits new record low as US prepares to announce more sanctions - AP News

Iran’s rial currency hits new record low as US prepares to announce more sanctions AP News Scott Bessent: an economic D-Day is coming for Iran Financial Times Bessent to speak as Trump administration expected to unveil new Iran sanctions CBS News US-Iran war latest: Iran’s curren

US threatens toughest sanctions yet against Iran: What we know

Tehran has threatened to retaliate against any country that joins new US economic measures.

Oil prices fall as investors await 'toughest' U.S. sanctions on Iran

Oil prices fell Monday as investors awaited details of what Washington has billed as its toughest-ever sanctions campaign against Iran.

Will Donald Trump’s new sanctions against Iran work?

The US president says he will impose 'crushing measures' on Tehran.

Ahead of tough new U.S. sanctions, Iran criticizes 'extraterritorial sovereignty'

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC on Thursday that the proposed economic measures will likely negate the need for major U.S. military operations.

Treasury Secretary to announce Iran sanctions as Tehran dismisses economic warfare threat

Bessent told CNBC that the sanctions will be the "toughest" in history.

Pezeshkian says Iran ‘has not become Venezuela’ despite war and sanctions

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran has stood firm despite what he calls a full-scale war.

Iran president says nation has 'many problems' due to sanctions

'Masha and the Bear': Ukraine sanctions Russian cartoon

Ukraine has imposed sanctions on the hit Russian children's cartoon "Masha and the Bear," a step towards banning it. The culture minister called the show propaganda. Russia said the move showed Kyiv's "ugly nature."

Keralam government sanctions ₹32 crore for ‘Pravasi’ welfare pensions ahead of Onam

‘Pravasi’ pension is paid at the rate of ₹3,500 for Keralites who are abroad, and ₹3,000 to individuals who are working in other States or have returned

Iran warns states joining US sanctions will be considered enemies

Iran on Saturday said that any country participating in the United States’ “economic war” against the Islamic republic would be considered “an enemy”. The warning came after President Masoud Pezeshkian said Friday the war with the US should end because the world had already accep

5 ways Iran's economy is wilting under Trump's pressure - Axios

5 ways Iran's economy is wilting under Trump's pressure Axios Trump’s Attempt to Strangle Iran’s Economy Depends on China’s Cooperation The New York Times US Expands Sanctions on Oil Mogul’s Network in Iran Crackdown Bloomberg.com Bessent Launches ‘Operation Economic Outcast’ to

Barrasso: Monday will be ‘D-Day for the economy in Iran’ - The Hill

Barrasso: Monday will be ‘D-Day for the economy in Iran’ The Hill Iran Warns Gulf States Against Joining Trump’s Economic War, or Else The New York Times Iran official says support for new sanctions would be an 'act of war,' and other Middle East news AP News Treasury Secretary t

Iran escalates threats as US pushes economic isolation

Tensions between Iran and the United States continue to escalate. Tehran is threatening to regard as enemies any countries that join the US sanctions, in response to Washington’s calls to isolate its economy. A press conference is scheduled for Monday to outline the US strategy.

Iran says it is ready for what US calls 'greatest financial offensive ever'

The US calls its latest sanctions on Iran an "economic D-Day", but Tehran says it has a plan to counter them.

Trump’s Attempt to Strangle Iran’s Economy Depends on China’s Cooperation - The New York Times

Trump’s Attempt to Strangle Iran’s Economy Depends on China’s Cooperation The New York Times US Expands Sanctions on Oil Mogul’s Network in Iran Crackdown Bloomberg.com Bessent Launches ‘Operation Economic Outcast’ to Isolate and Squeeze Iran WSJ 5 ways Iran's economy is wilting

Live updates: Trump administration ramps up Iran pressure as ‘economic D-Day’ arrives

The Trump administration is ramping up its pressure campaign against Iran on Monday, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent set to unveil new sanctions in what has been dubbed an “economic D-Day.” The operation is aimed at crippling Tehran’s economy and squeezing allies that conti

US-Iran war latest: Iran’s currency drops to record low against dollar as US set to unveil ‘economic D-Day’ - CNN

US-Iran war latest: Iran’s currency drops to record low against dollar as US set to unveil ‘economic D-Day’ CNN Scott Bessent: an economic D-Day is coming for Iran Financial Times Iran War Updates: U.S. to unveil new sanctions Trump said would hit Iran with an "economic D-Day" CB

Scott Bessent: an economic D-Day is coming for Iran - Financial Times

Scott Bessent: an economic D-Day is coming for Iran Financial Times Live updates: US set to unveil ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions on Iran CNN U.S. to unveil 'greatest financial offensive' against Iran as Tehran threatens ship seizures CNBC Iran official says support for new sanctions

Iran warns countries against joining US 'economic war'

Iran has said nations joining US economic sanctions against it would be considered enemies. Earlier this week, President Trump had announced what he called the "most crushing economic operation" against Tehran.

Can Iran retaliate against countries that join US ‘economic war’?

Iran warns that countries backing US economic sanctions will be considered an enemy of Tehran.

Can Iran retaliate against countries that join US ‘economic war’? - Al Jazeera

Can Iran retaliate against countries that join US ‘economic war’? Al Jazeera Iran Security Chief Warns Gulf States to Avoid Joining Trump’s Economic War The New York Times Iran says new sanctions threatened by 'desperate' US will fail Reuters August 22, 2026 — Iran military leade

Iran says ‘world approved our victory’ over the US

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Friday the war between the U.S. and Iran should end because the world has accepted Tehran’s victory in this conflict. His comments, which were reported by state media, come ahead of new economic sanctions from the U.S. expected next week.

Top Iran official says U.S. focus on economic warfare shows it has failed militarily

The Iranian regime has dismissed President Trump's threats to crush Iran economically, saying that years of U.S. sanctions have failed.

Iran warns of retaliation against countries joining US ‘economic war’ - Al Jazeera

Iran warns of retaliation against countries joining US ‘economic war’ Al Jazeera US-Iran war latest: Tehran vows to ‘neutralize’ economic war CNN Can Iran retaliate against countries that join US ‘economic war’? Al Jazeera Iran condemns US plans to announce new sanctions Reuters

Iran warns of retaliation against countries joining US ‘economic war’

Warning comes after Trump said he will impose 'most crushing' sanctions to isolate Iran and weaken its government.