Iran condemns US plans to announce new sanctions
Iran has denounced US plans to announce new sanctions that could put further strain on the Islamic Republic's economy and have an impact on its most important trading partners including China.
Iran has strongly criticized the United States' intentions to impose new sanctions, which could exacerbate the economic strain on the Islamic Republic and affect its key trading partners, notably China. Following a six-month conflict triggered by US and Israeli airstrikes against Iran on February 28, both parties have maintained a state of hostility without engaging in direct combat.
The Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point, with Iran threatening retaliation against unauthorized oil tankers attempting to pass through the critical waterway. The US Treasury Secretary is scheduled to announce the most stringent sanctions in history on Monday, urging China, a major importer of Iranian oil, to cooperate with Washington.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson dismissed the forthcoming sanctions as an infringement on the sovereignty of UN member states. Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary emphasized that the country would target the interests of nations aiding the US, warning neighboring nations to avoid aligning with Washington or face the consequences.
Despite Iran's ongoing defiance, President Masoud Pezeshkian has advocated for a diplomatic resolution, condemning the US for attacking civilian infrastructure and labelling Iran as the victim of aggression.
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