Washington's strategy of putting maximum economic pressure on Iran is tempered by its desire to smooth political tensions with China.

The United States is unveiling new sanctions against Iran today. These measures aim to cripple Iran's economy by targeting its oil sales. China buys most of Iran's oil and…

Tehran may count on links with China and others to weather the storm, but average Iranian people will bear the brunt.

NEW YORK -- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Monday threatened Iran with "an economic D-Day," announcing a wave of new sanctions aimed at further isolating the country.