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US Tightens Sanctions on Iran | Cork News
The U.S. is unleashing all-out economic warfare on Iran, vowing to cut off every dollar Tehran earns—no gray areas allowed. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns any country still trading with Iran will face consequences. Meanwhile, Iran’s rial plummets to record lows, pushing rice prices up 60% and beef over 150%, fueling domestic crisis. Despite crushing sanctions and inflation, Iran clings to strategic leverage by disrupting the Strait of Hormuz, even negotiating with Oman to jointly control the chokepoint. As the U.S. escalates pressure, UAE has already halted trade with Iran, while…
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