US Expands Iran Sanctions With Sweeping Action Targeting 27 Airlines

The United States has expanded its economic pressure campaign against Iran with sweeping new sanctions targeting 27 Iranian airlines and other organizations accused of supporting Tehran’s aviation and financial networks. The US Treasury Department announced the measures on September 8 as part of President Donald Trump’s broader effort to isolate Iran from the international financial…

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Trump Says US Wants to Avoid Strikes on Iranian Power Plants and Infrastructure

US President Donald Trump has said Washington wants to avoid targeting Iran’s power plants and major infrastructure, while stressing that the United States remains in a strong position during ongoing tensions with Tehran. Speaking on Tuesday, Trump said the US prefers reaching a diplomatic agreement with Iran rather than launching attacks that could cause widespread…

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Trump Says US Will Be Paid for Guarding Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Iran Tensions

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States should receive financial compensation for protecting the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, claiming Washington has defended the key maritime route for years without payment. Speaking during an interview with Fox News, Trump said the United States would become the “guardian” of the waterway…

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