Although US President Donald Trump has repeatedly vowed to destroy Iran, the recent remarks by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent triggered a sharper, more furious reaction from the Iranian leadership. Parliament Speaker Mohammed Bagher Qalibaf, a veteran negotiator and general, expressed outrage and announced that Tehran would draft new strategies to counter these threats.

TEHRAN - Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said Thursday US "economic terrorism" threatens global economy and the sovereignty of nations worldwide.

US treasury secretary vows Washington will 'collapse' Islamic Republic regime, promises toughest sanctions yet; US targets Hezbollah with new sanctions, emphasizing ties to Tehran