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US considers additional economic pressure on Iran, including sanctions on Chinese banks and refineries

started August 22, 2026 at 9:44 PM · last changed 5d ago

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Reuters reports that US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced Washington will impose unprecedented measures on Iran next week, with experts citing possible options including sanctions on Chinese refineries and banks, further targeting of individuals and firms, and a potential land blockade with help from neighbouring countries.

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Američki predsjednik Donald Tramp obećao je da će snažno ekonomski udariti na Iran, nakon što je ministar finansija Skot Besent rekao da će Vašington već

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