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Treasury Sec. Bessent rolls out new US sanctions targeting Iran

24 AUG 2026 · 11:28 ET·17:01·28.3K VIEWS·0.1× USUAL PACE

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new sanctions targeting countries that refuse to cut economic ties with Iran. The sanctions will focus on Iran's digital assets, technology, gold, aviation, and shipping sectors.

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These sanctions aim to further isolate Iran economically and disrupt its financial networks, potentially impacting global trade and geopolitical relations.

SCOTT BESSENT IRAN SANCTIONS TREASURY DEPARTMENT

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