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US prepares toughest economic sanctions on Iran amid Tehran's vow to retaliate

The US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to unveil a new round of economic sanctions on Iran, described as an "economic D-Day" and the "single greatest financial...

Why now: The sanctions come amid a prolonged conflict and stalled military/diplomatic efforts to end the war with Iran.

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US sanctions campaign puts Iran-linked crypto networks under added scrutiny

The US’s new “Operation Economic Outcast” sanctions campaign reportedly reaches Iran-linked crypto and other financial networks while threatening the country’s trading partners.

Why now: The US announced the new campaign on August 24–25 and tied it to broader pressure on Iran’s trading partners.

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Pakistani army chief Munir visits Tehran amid US-Iran tensions

Pakistan's Chief of Defense Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, has arrived in Tehran leading a high-level delegation to strengthen bilateral cooperation and regional security.

Why now: Munir's visit follows a previously unreported call with Trump, indicating active backchannel diplomacy.

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Strategic talks in Paris show France and Saudi Arabia 'need each other too much'

Mohammed bin Salman has arrived in Paris for a two-day official visit with French President Emmanuel Macron. Talks are expected to include the war in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, as well as new energy routes to bypass the Strait.

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