The Trump administration calls this "economic D-Day" on Iran. Iran vows to respond to fresh sanctions in a "seismic manner."
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks to members of the media outside the White House in Washington, Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the new measures will be the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
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