Trump declares 'Economic D-Day' against Iran, promises consequences to any country providing aid

President Donald Trump has announced a sweeping economic campaign against Iran, branding it an "ECONOMIC D-DAY" in a recent post on Truth Social. The US intends to subject Iran to its most severe economic sanctions ever imposed on a nation, according to Trump. He called upon all allies to join in isolating Iran, detailing the various measures required to halt - oil smuggling, swap lines, cash transfers, exchange houses, ship registries, front companies - all of which "need to stop NOW."

Trump described Iran as "maniacs" who are "on the ropes," stating that these HISTORIC MEASURES will cripple the nation and prevent it from projecting terror globally. He further affirmed that Iran will never possess a nuclear weapon. Trump's national security advisor, Jared Kushner, confirmed to Fox News that discussions between the US and various Iranian government factions have intensified but have not yet reached a consensus.

Kushner emphasized that Trump's strategy prioritizes economic pressure over military actions, underscoring the blockade of Iran which has exacerbated the country's economic woes. Experts contributing to this report include Esther Davis, Leo Feierberg Better, and Reuters.