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Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran

Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran

Summary

President Donald Trump announced a plan to impose strong economic punishments on any country that helps or trades with Iran. He warned that countries supporting Iran financially or through other means would face severe consequences, but did not provide specific details.

Key Facts

  • President Trump announced a campaign against countries doing business with Iran.
  • He called it "the most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country."
  • The announcement followed the end of a 60-day ceasefire with Iran.
  • This move is part of an ongoing effort called Operation Economic Fury, started in April.
  • Trump mentioned targeting financial institutions, businesses, airports, and government entities supporting Iran.
  • He named specific activities like oil smuggling and cash transfers as things that must stop.
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also said the US would isolate Iran economically like never before.
  • The White House and Treasury Department have not yet commented on Trump’s announcement.
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