Macro Finance
US Expected to Ramp Up Pressure on Iran's Economic Partners
Bloomberg Markets·August 21, 2026·1 min read
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vowed to ramp up pressure on Iran by targeting its economic partners, saying "You are either with us, or against us." He is scheduled to discuss the plans further on Monday. Bloomberg's Tyler Kendall reported the remarks, which signal a tougher US stance on Iran's financial network and allies.
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