Iran Criticizes New US Sanctions Campaign
Summary
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has criticized President Donald Trump’s new sanctions campaign, saying Washington is trying to force other countries to comply with American restrictions. The latest tensions follow the expiry of a 60-day deadline for a final US-Iran deal without an agreement.
Key Points
- Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghai said the US is trying to pressure other countries into obeying its sanctions on Tehran.
- Donald Trump said the United States plans to impose its toughest economic sanctions yet on Iran, calling it a high-level economic war.
- Baghai argued that Washington has no right to compel foreign banks, companies, or institutions to stop trading with Iran.
- The latest tensions come after a 60-day deadline for a final US-Iran deal expired without an agreement.
