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Bessent unveils new effort to cripple Iran’s economy

The move marks the Trump administration’s latest attempt to force an end to an increasingly unpopular war that has stretched into its sixth month.

  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled "Operation Economic Outcast" to economically isolate Iran.
  • U.S. will give countries a final chance to align with efforts to isolate Iran before penalties.
  • President Trump personally contacting foreign leaders to reduce economic ties with Tehran.
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