#Scott Bessent
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PoliticsStrait of Hormuz Standoff: Is Donald Trump Pivoting to a 'No War, No Peace' Strategy With Iran?
As the US-Iran conflict enters its seventh month following renewed strikes and missile exchanges, reports suggest Washington may be shifting toward a sporadic "no war, no peace" strategy.
PoliticsIran Ready to Reciprocate If US Honors Peace Talks Framework, Says President Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran will immediately reciprocate if the US returns to its commitments under the June 17 peace talks framework.
EconomyUS Decision to Include Russia's Siluanov in G20 Finance Talks Sparks European Outrage
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov made a surprise appearance at US-hosted G20 finance talks in North Carolina, drawing sharp criticism and dismay from European ministers.
EconomyUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Praises EU Backing for Iran Sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent welcomed the European Union's support for new economic sanctions aimed at isolating Iran's financial systems.
EconomyWhy the US Treasury's 'Operation Economic Outcast' Against Iran Is Doomed to Fail
Despite aggressive new sanctions under Operation Economic Outcast, US efforts to isolate Iran are faltering as major powers like China and Pakistan refuse to comply, risking severe global economic backlash.
PoliticsPutin and Xi Prepare to Meet at Kyrgyzstan Summit as Global Tensions Mount
Leaders including Russia's Vladimir Putin and China's Xi Jinping are gathering in Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit amid rising international trade and political tensions.
EconomyUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Pressures G20 to Isolate Iran's Economy Amid Escalating Tensions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to urge G20 nations to isolate Iran's economy and cut off its financial networks during this week's ministerial meeting.
PoliticsIran Open to Renewed Diplomacy as Conflict with US Reaches Six-Month Milestone
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that returning to diplomacy with the US is still achievable as the conflict reaches the six-month mark and international mediators step up talks.
EconomyUS Launches Operation Economic Outcast: How Secondary Sanctions Target Iran's Global Partners
The United States has introduced 'Operation Economic Outcast', threatening secondary sanctions against any nation or entity trading with Iran in a bid to sever Tehran's remaining economic lifelines.
EconomyUS Intensifies Economic Pressure on Iran with Expanded Sanctions to Break War Impasse
The US is expanding secondary sanctions on Iran to isolate its economy and break the ongoing war deadlock, prompting warnings from Washington and retaliatory threats from Tehran.
EconomyUS Unveils Maximum Pressure Campaign with New 'Economic D-Day' Sanctions on Iran
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a severe new economic pressure campaign against Iran, targeting global financial interests, oil revenue, and key sectors to isolate Tehran.
PoliticsUS Support for Iran Conflict Dips as President Donald Trump Faces Record-Low Approval Ratings
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that US public support for the war on Iran has dropped to 31 percent, while President Donald Trump's approval rating matches a record low amid rising fuel prices and economic concerns.
EconomyUS Pressure Campaign Against Iran Puts Trump's Trade Truce with China to the Test
The US has launched a new maximum-pressure campaign against Iran's economy called 'Operation Economic Outcast,' testing relations and trade agreements with major global players like China.
EconomyUS Imposes Fresh Sanctions on Iran and Urges International Allies to Cut Trade Ties
The US Treasury Department has unveiled a new wave of sanctions targeting Tehran's financial networks, prompting a defiant response from Iranian officials.
EconomyIran Faces Severe Economic Pressure as US Prepares Toughest Sanctions Yet
Iran faces severe economic isolation as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent prepares to unveil the toughest sanctions yet, following the collapse of a recent ceasefire and ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz.
EconomyIranian Rial Plummets to Record Low as US Prepares Major Economic Offensive
Iran's currency has hit a record low as the US prepares to launch a major financial offensive against Tehran amid ongoing conflict and halted oil exports.
EconomyUS Threat of Maximum Iran Sanctions Tests Trump's Detente With China
The Trump administration's plans for severe new sanctions against Iran threaten to put Beijing in the crosshairs, testing delicate US-China relations ahead of an upcoming summit.
PoliticsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Urges End to US Conflict From Position of Strength
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for an end to the ongoing conflict with the US, citing a position of strength, while Washington prepares new economic sanctions.
PoliticsUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Announces Historic Economic Isolation and Toughest Sanctions Ever on Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the US will enforce unprecedented economic isolation and the toughest sanctions in history against Iran amid escalating tensions.
PoliticsUS Threatens Historic Sanctions to Collapse Iran's Government as China Urges Caution
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced plans for the toughest sanctions in history to collapse Iran's government, while China criticized the move.
EconomyTrump Unleashes Unprecedented Economic Warfare and Complete Isolation Against Iran
US President Donald Trump announced unprecedented economic warfare and isolation against Iran, warning that any nations supporting Tehran will face severe consequences.
PoliticsTrump Unveils New Economic Warfare Strategy Against Iran, Raising Questions Over Long-Term Commitment
President Donald Trump has announced a new campaign of economic pressure against Iran, shifting tactics after previous efforts failed to secure a quick surrender. However, analysts remain skeptical about whether the administration will maintain this strategy long enough to impact Tehran.
PoliticsIran Remains Undecided on US Talks Amid Escalating Tensions and Disputed Strait of Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran has not yet decided to resume talks with the US, as Washington shifts its focus toward severe economic pressure and blockades in the Strait of Hormuz.
EconomyUS Administration Prepares Unprecedented Economic Squeeze and Naval Blockade Against Iran
The Trump administration is intensifying financial pressure and maintaining a naval blockade to drive Iran's economy to the limit and force the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury and energy officials highlight severe inflation and plunging oil exports as key elements of this economic campaign.