Bessent says U.S. likely won't restart large-scale Iran combat as it steps up economic pressure
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-08-21 01:19 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Defence, Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Economy & Finance, US Politics, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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The Trump administration's plan to crush Iran's economy will likely negate the need for further U.S. military operations against the Islamic republic, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC on Thursday.
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