U.S. to unveil 'greatest financial offensive' against Iran as Tehran threatens ship seizures
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-08-24 12:25 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Economy & Finance, US Politics, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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The U.S will unveil "the single greatest financial offensive ever" against Iran on Monday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said, while Tehran threatened to seize vessels that violate transit rules in the Strait of Hormuz.
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