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US launches ‘D-day sanctions’ aimedat cutting Iran’s economic lifeline

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says US sanctions will intensify to choke off Iran's revenues and isolate the country.

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Al Jazeera24 Aug 2026, 05:10 pmUpdated 1d ago1 min readWorldWorld

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US launches ‘D-day sanctions’ aimed at cutting Iran’s economic lifeline

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says US sanctions will intensify to choke off Iran's revenues and isolate the country.

This report is published with credit to Al Jazeera. The wire sent a summary; open the original for any extra context. Read on Al Jazeera →

Source: Al Jazeera. Published 24 Aug 2026, 05:10 pm.

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