Trump Vows Severe Economic Pressure on Iran as Conflict Drags On
Trump says US will impose severe economic measures on Iran, with Treasury Secretary hinting at unprecedented actions next week.
US President Donald Trump has said that Washington will apply severe economic pressure on Iran, as efforts to end a nearly six-month conflict between the two countries remain deadlocked. In an interview with Fox News on Friday, Trump stated that the United States would "hit Iran hard economically," signaling a continuation of the administration's maximum-pressure approach.
The remarks came a day after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the US would soon unveil measures against Tehran that have "never been seen" before, with actions expected as early as next week. The comments suggest a new phase in the US strategy, moving beyond existing sanctions to potentially unprecedented financial and economic restrictions.
No specific measures were detailed, but the statements underscore the widening rift between Washington and Tehran, with diplomatic efforts yet to produce a breakthrough. The conflict, now approaching its sixth month, has seen no signs of de-escalation, and the latest threats are likely to further strain relations and complicate any potential negotiations.