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US threatens Iran with 'economic D-Day' as markets await sanctions announcement

Euronews·August 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM+1

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced the launch of what he calls an 'economic D-Day' against Iran, describing the campaign as the single greatest financial offensive ever directed at an adversary, with further details due later on Monday.

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