WorldHow the US naval blockade, rather than sanctions, is choking Iran

Name: How the US naval blockade, rather than sanctions, is choking Iran
Uploaded: 2026-08-25T17:32:28.000Z
Description: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington would launch an “economic onslaught” against Iran’s financial links worldwide. But the energy editor says a US naval blockade is more likely than sanctions to cut off Iran’s economic lifeline.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington would launch an “economic onslaught” against Iran’s financial links worldwide. But the energy editor says a US naval blockade is more likely than sanctions to cut off Iran’s economic lifeline.

Reuters 2026-08-25 17:32