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Iran-US sanctions and economic warfare dispute

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Iran-US sanctions ~~diplomatic~~ and economic warfare dispute

Iran has escalated its diplomatic opposition to United States sanction threats, labeling them as ‘state and economic terrorism.’ In a letter submitted to the United Nations Secretary-General and the Security Council, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi argued that Washington is attempting to disrupt legitimate economic dealings and harm the civilian population by restricting access to food, medicine, energy, and medical equipment. Following these initial condemnations, Iran has expanded its demands to include legal accountability. Araghchi has called on the United Nations to hold the United States responsible for both material and moral damages resulting from unilateral sanctions. He is demanding ‘full compensation, restitution, and reparations’ for the impact of secondary sanctions and extraterritorial financial restrictions. The dispute has intensified following announcements from the US Treasury regarding new sanctions aimed at isolating Iran’s economy. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that entities continuing to trade with Iran would face significant consequences, including potential exclusion from the dollar-based financial system. In response, Araghchi characterized these measures, specifically under the banner of ‘Operation Economic Expulsion,’ as unlawful attempts to force sovereign nations to sever legitimate trade relations. ~~Iran continues to urge member states to reject unilateral coercive~~ Recent developments indicate the United States is preparing a massive new sanctions package, which President Donald Trump has described as an ‘economic D-day.’ These measures are expected to target maritime shipping, the technology sector, and digital assets. While Treasury Secretary Bessent noted that sanctions would not ~~to recognize or implement policies determined unilaterally by Washington, while requesting~~ immediately target trading nations, he indicated they would face serious consequences if commercial activities with Tehran do not cease. Additionally, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth noted that the ~~UN assess the humanitarian impact~~ possibility of ~~these policies.~~ military strikes against Iran remains on the table.

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