Trump Declares 'Economic D-Day' Against Iran
Trump says any country aiding Tehran will face severe penalties as he escalates a financial pressure campaign after ceasefire talks collapsed.
- On Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced an 'Economic D-Day' against Iran, threatening "tremendous economic consequences" for any country or entity providing a "lifeline" to Tehran.
- The announcement follows the expiration Monday of a 60-day diplomatic window established in June; negotiations failed to resolve disputes over Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned of "never before seen" measures, targeting oil smuggling, swap lines, cash transfers, exchange houses, ship registries and front companies that facilitate Tehran's trade.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi dismissed the campaign as "economic terrorism," while Brent crude prices climbed to about $94 per barrel on Thursday, reaching the highest this month.
- Analysts question effectiveness given China buys more than 80% of Iran's shipped oil; Iran has historically weathered similar sanctions through shadow fleet smuggling networks and alternative trade routes.
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