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Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever'

The US has announced a host of sanctions against Iran and its supporters as part of what Treasury...

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07.35 25 Aug 2026


Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever'


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07.35 25 Aug 2026


The US has announced a host of sanctions against Iran and its supporters as part of what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said was "the single greatest financial offensive ever".  

Labelling it an "economic D-Day" for Iran, Bessent said the US would sever all economic ties with the country and added that any nation financially partnering with Iran would also be isolated. 

Duncan Bullivant, CEO of Henderson Risk Group, Former British Army Officer & Former UK Diplomat joined Anton this morning.  


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