The U.S. has spent 20 years promising ‘crippling sanctions' on Iran. But the latest effort comes with a reverse twist, after military action failed to accomplish President Trump's goals.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveils new U.S. economic sanctions to isolate Iran NPRBessent unveils sweeping campaign of sanctions and pressure against Iran The Washington PostDollar Gains as US Plan to Cut Off Iran Spurs Haven Demand Bloomberg.comIran will be able to shrug off America's financial threats The Economist