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US threatens ‘toughest sanctions in history’ on Iran

THE United States is preparing to impose what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described as the “toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, as Washington seeks to intensify economic pressure on Tehran…

  • US prepares 'toughest sanctions in history' on Iran
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to release details next week
  • Oil prices surge to three-week high amid escalating tensions

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