Hillary Clinton says key to end US-Iran war lies with India and China: ‘If Trump were to use diplomacy’
The former US First Lady said China was far ahead of India in buying Iranian oil and gas, asserting that Beijing would need Tehran the most.
Pakistan and Oman are intensifying diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Iran and the United States. Senior officials from both countries have visited Tehran to discuss ways to prevent escalation and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new sanctions targeting nearly 60 Iran-linked entities and individuals, but stopped short of the most severe penalties, warning that continued trade with Iran could result in being cut off from the dollar-based financial system.
The Iranian economy is already facing severe challenges, and further economic pressure could force Tehran to escalate the conflict rather than return to negotiations. Pakistan has been mediating indirect talks between the US and Iran, and Islamabad claims to have made significant progress in recent discussions with Tehran. Oman's Foreign Minister is also set to visit Tehran to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and regional peace.
Iran has responded defiantly, vowing retaliation and threatening further disruption of Gulf oil exports. Despite the economic strain, Iran remains committed to the economic pressure campaign.
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