US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington will impose the “toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, with details expected Monday, as the Trump administration seeks to intensify economic pressure on Tehran. Bessent also urged China to cooperate, citing its dependence on Gulf energy and warning against sustaining Irans economy.

Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, dismissed Mr Trump’s latest threats in a post on X.

Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, dismissed Mr Trump’s latest threats in a post on X.