How the US could squeeze Iran with economic isolation – and the risks involved
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Source: South China Morning Post
Published: 2026-08-16 16:52 UTC+10:00
Section: Russia
Factuality Score: 92
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Europe, Iran, Ukraine/Russia, China, World News, Business & Economy
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The Treasury Department is exploring targeting Chinese banks, shadow fleets and exchange houses, but secondary sanctions risk economic blowback
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