Pressure mounts on Iran as new US sanctions imminent | The National

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The US is preparing to impose its toughest sanctions yet on Iran, targeting the country's economic relations with third countries.

The UAE has suspended all commercial exchange with Tehran, adding regional pressure alongside the imminent American measures.

A June framework agreement opened a 60-day window for peace talks, but the ceasefire collapsed after Iran resumed attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

With the strait at a standstill, France and Saudi Arabia are exploring pipeline alternatives to maintain oil flows.