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U.S. warns global nations to cut ties with Iran or face sanctions

The U.S. Treasury Department issued warnings to countries to sever business ties with Iran to avoid secondary sanctions, while explicitly avoiding penalties against major trade partners like China and India. The move comes amid ongoing war-related economic strain on Iran. The decision reflects a strategic focus on isolating Iran without directly targeting its key economic allies.

The U.S. Treasury Department issued a warning to global nations, stating that continued business ties with Iran could result in secondary sanctions. This follows a broader intensification of economic pressure on Iran amid the ongoing conflict. The Treasury Department did not impose penalties on major Iranian trade partners such as China and India, despite the warnings. This approach aims to deter international engagement with Iran without directly targeting its largest economic partners.

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WireTunis Afrique PresseAug 29, 12:32 PM
War weighs on Iran's economy as US intensifies sanctions - TAP.info.tn

War weighs on Iran's economy as US intensifies sanctions TAP.info.tn

IndependentThe HinduAug 29, 09:50 AM
War weighs on Iran's economy as U.S. intensifies sanctions

Washington has warned countries to ‌cut their business ties with Iran or face secondary sanctions, though the Treasury Department stopped short of imposing ‌penalties ⁠against major Iranian trade partners such as China and India,