# China, sanctions, Iran’s threat against Barron Trump and more | Experts on Iran

https://mins.news/en/video/33510

- CNN, 2026-08-26 19:10 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEb3cbAmemE

> The Trump administration appears to be turning to harsh economic sanctions as a fallback in the Iran war after military strikes and negotiations failed to secure victory. But enforcing that approach would require pressure not only on Iran, but also on China, Tehran’s largest trading partner. The U.S. Secret Service says it is aware of a video aired by Iran’s state broadcaster that appeared to threaten Barron Trump’s life.

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