Iran dismisses US economic threats and other developments in the Middle East

Iran's Foreign Minister rejected US President Donald Trump's economic threats, claiming such actions will only increase hostility. The US President had threatened "crushing economic measures" against Iran, but provided minimal details. Iran's Minister argued the threats were meant to distract Americans from domestic financial issues.

The US Treasury Secretary warned of unprecedented global economic isolation for Iran if the country continued its current policies. Six European nations, along with Canada, condemned Israel's planned settlement project in the West Bank, calling it illegal and detrimental to peace efforts. Doctors Without Borders criticized Israel's decision not to investigate fatal attacks on its staff, demanding an impartial inquiry.

The organization cited 15 staff members and 1,700 healthcare workers killed in Gaza since October 2023. Israel defended its actions, blaming civilian deaths on Hamas' presence in densely populated areas.