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  "title": "U.S.-Iran escalation shows Washington's frustration with slow-moving sanctions",
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  "summary": "Renewed hostilities reopen the question of whether the conflict is grinding toward a settlement or further escalation.",
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        "title": "Fresh US sanctions aimed at increasing pressure on Iran expected in coming weeks",
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      {
        "outlet": "Bangkok Post Business",
        "title": "US hosts G20 finance talks with growth, Iran pressure on agenda",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/us-hosts-g20-finance-talks-with-growth-iran-pressure-on-agenda-4598092",
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        "title": "U.S.-Iran escalation shows Washington's frustration with slow-moving sanctions",
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        "outlet": "Al-Monitor",
        "title": "US hosts G20 finance talks with growth, Iran pressure on agenda",
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        "published": "2026-08-31T07:30:28.000Z"
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